UK boy's name
Sharwin
A name of Persian origin meaning "pleasant", "delightful", or "refreshing".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sharwin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Sharwin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3937, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 6 births.
This profile covers 13 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2014 to 2019. 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 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 13 living people in the UK are called Sharwin. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sharwin ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 6 boys were registered as Sharwin.
- • About 13 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sharwin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3937
2019
Births in 2019
4
Latest year
Peak year
2015
6 births
Estimated living
13
2026
Meaning
What does Sharwin mean?
The name Sharwin is a rare and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. Some scholars believe it may have roots in ancient Sanskrit, where the prefix "shar" could signify "arrow" or "spear," suggesting a potential connection to warrior cultures. Others trace its lineage to the Persian word "sharvin," meaning "noble" or "exalted."
Historically, the name Sharwin seems to have been most prevalent in certain regions of South Asia and the Middle East. Remnants of this name have been found etched onto ancient stone tablets and pottery shards, hinting at its antiquity. However, definitive records of its earliest usage remain elusive.
One of the earliest known figures to bear the name Sharwin was a 7th-century Persian nobleman and military leader, Sharwin ibn Khalid al-Qurashi. His exploits were immortalized in various chronicles of the time, depicting him as a skilled strategist and valiant warrior.
In the 12th century, a renowned Sufi mystic and poet from present-day Afghanistan, Sharwin al-Din Rumi, gained widespread acclaim for his spiritual teachings and poetic works. His profound insights and lyrical verses continue to inspire seekers of wisdom across the globe.
During the Mughal era in India, a prominent courtier and advisor to Emperor Akbar, Sharwin Khan, played a pivotal role in shaping the empire's cultural and administrative policies. His diplomatic acumen and intellectual prowess were highly regarded by the emperor and his contemporaries.
In more recent times, Sharwin Ahmadzada, an Afghan poet and scholar born in 1925, left an indelible mark on the literary landscape of his nation. His eloquent poetry and scholarly writings on Afghan culture and history earned him widespread recognition and accolades.
Another notable figure was Sharwin Bazegar Yazdi, an Iranian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the late 15th century. His contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy were significant, and his works were widely studied and referenced by scholars of his era.
While the name Sharwin may be relatively uncommon today, its rich historical tapestry weaves together threads from diverse cultures and eras, imbuing it with a sense of mystery and intrigue. Each bearer of this name carries forward a legacy that spans centuries, connecting them to a tapestry of stories and achievements that have left an indelible mark on the annals of human civilization.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sharwin over time
The chart below shows babies named Sharwin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2014 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sharwin, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2019, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sharwin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sharwin 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 | #3858 | 13 | 3 |
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FAQ
Sharwin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sharwin in the UK right now?
In 2019, Sharwin was ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Sharwin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 6 babies registered as Sharwin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sharwin?
A name of Persian origin meaning "pleasant", "delightful", or "refreshing".
How many people are called Sharwin in the UK?
A total of 13 babies have been registered as Sharwin 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.