UK girl's name
Sherena
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "melodious" or "sweet singer".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2000. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sherena is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sherena popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2000 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3247, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 4 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 1996 to 2000. 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 11 living people in the UK are called Sherena. 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 2001 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sherena ranked #3247 for girls in England and Wales in 2000, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 4 girls were registered as Sherena.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sherena as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3247
2000
Births in 2000
4
Latest year
Peak year
1998
4 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Sherena mean?
The name Sherena is believed to have its origins in the Persian language, where it is derived from the word "shirin," meaning "sweet" or "pleasant." This name likely emerged in ancient Persia, which encompassed parts of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and Central Asia, during the time of the Achaemenid Empire (550-330 BCE).
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Sherena can be found in the epic Persian poem "Shahnameh" (Book of Kings), written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century CE. In this literary masterpiece, Sherena is mentioned as the name of a beautiful and virtuous princess.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Sherena. One of the earliest recorded figures was Sherena Qurrat al-Ayn (1819-1852), a prominent Persian scholar, poet, and one of the leading figures of the Baha'i Faith. She played a significant role in promoting women's rights and education in 19th-century Persia.
Another historical figure with the name Sherena was Sherena Majlessi (1920-2008), an Iranian economist and politician who served as the first female cabinet minister in Iran. She held the position of Minister of Women's Affairs from 1975 to 1978 during the reign of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi.
In the realm of literature, Sherena Hunaid (1886-1967) was a Palestinian writer and poet who contributed significantly to the development of modern Arabic literature. Her works often explored themes of love, nature, and the struggles of women in society.
Sherena Hosseini (1925-2003) was an Afghan politician and women's rights activist who played a crucial role in the country's political landscape during the 20th century. She served as a member of parliament and fought for the advancement of women's education and social rights in Afghanistan.
Another notable figure with the name Sherena was Sherena Khan (1923-2018), a Pakistani classical dancer and choreographer. She was widely regarded as one of the pioneers of Kathak dance in Pakistan and was instrumental in promoting this art form both nationally and internationally.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Sherena, a name with deep roots in Persian culture and a rich tapestry of literary, political, and artistic significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sherena over time
The chart below shows babies named Sherena registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2000. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sherena, the clearest high point is 1998. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2000, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sherena by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sherena 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3247 | 4 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3469 | 7 | 2 |
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- Sarah 27,961
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- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
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FAQ
Sherena: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sherena in the UK right now?
In 2000, Sherena was ranked #3247 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Sherena most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 4 babies registered as Sherena in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sherena?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "melodious" or "sweet singer".
How many people are called Sherena in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Sherena 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.