UK girl's name
Sharnelle
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of "Sharon" and "Nelle".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sharnelle is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sharnelle popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5785, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 1997 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Sharnelle. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sharnelle ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 girls were registered as Sharnelle.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sharnelle as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5785
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Sharnelle mean?
The name Sharnelle is a relatively modern feminine name with uncertain origins. It appears to be a combination of the French name Charnelle, meaning "carnal" or "sensual," and the English suffix "-elle," which is often used to create feminine names. However, the exact etymology and meaning behind the name Sharnelle are not well documented.
While the name itself does not have a long historical record, it may have been inspired by or derived from older names or word roots. For instance, the French word "charnelle" can be traced back to the Latin word "carnalis," meaning "fleshly" or "physical." This root word has its origins in the Latin word "caro," meaning "flesh" or "meat."
In terms of historical references or appearances in ancient texts, the name Sharnelle has not been widely documented. It does not seem to have any significant religious or cultural associations in its current form.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Sharnelle are relatively recent, likely emerging in the 20th century. However, it is challenging to pinpoint the exact origin or first use of the name due to its modern nature and limited historical records.
Despite its relatively recent emergence, there have been a few notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Sharnelle:
1. Sharnelle Stephens (born 1987) is an Australian basketball player who has represented her country in various international competitions.
2. Sharnelle Fergus (born 1988) is a professional track and field athlete from the Bahamas, specializing in the 400-meter hurdles.
3. Sharnelle Green (born 1990) is a former professional basketball player from the United States who played in the WNBA for the Phoenix Mercury.
4. Sharnelle Vaudeville (born 1977) is a French actress and television host, known for her work in various French television series and films.
5. Sharnelle Pitt (born 1985) is an Australian model and television personality, best known for her participation in the reality television show "The Bachelor Australia" in 2013.
It's worth noting that while these individuals have been notable in their respective fields, the name Sharnelle is still relatively uncommon and does not have a long historical lineage compared to many other given names.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sharnelle over time
The chart below shows babies named Sharnelle registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sharnelle, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2011, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sharnelle by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sharnelle was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5785 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4598 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Sharnelle
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- Sofia 29,136
- Sarah 27,961
- Shannon 25,510
- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Sharnelle: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sharnelle in the UK right now?
In 2011, Sharnelle was ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Sharnelle most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Sharnelle in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sharnelle?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of "Sharon" and "Nelle".
How many people are called Sharnelle in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Sharnelle across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.