UK girl's name
Shernice
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of Sherri and Bernice.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1998. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Shernice is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Shernice popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1998 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3848, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1998 to 1998. 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.
Shernice is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Shernice. 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 1999 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Shernice ranked #3848 for girls in England and Wales in 1998, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 3 girls were registered as Shernice.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shernice as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3848
1998
Births in 1998
3
Latest year
Peak year
1998
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Shernice mean?
The name Shernice is a relatively modern invention, with no clear historical origins or cultural roots. It appears to be a combination of the prefixes "Sher" and "Nice," possibly derived from the names Sharon and Denise, but this is speculative.
There are no recorded instances of the name appearing in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records prior to the 20th century. The earliest known use of the name Shernice dates back to the mid-1900s, likely originating in the United States or other English-speaking regions.
While there are no famous historical figures bearing the name Shernice, here are five notable individuals who have carried this name:
1. Shernice Cynthia Barnes (born 1980) is an American former professional basketball player who played in the WNBA for the Utah Starzz and Los Angeles Sparks.
2. Shernice Patrice Shavuo (born 1987) is a Tanzanian-born British singer, songwriter, and actress known for her work in musical theater productions.
3. Shernice Valerie Ariya (1967-2021) was a Trinidadian author and poet, known for her works exploring themes of identity and cultural heritage.
4. Shernice Evelyn Ramos (born 1992) is a Puerto Rican-American actress and model, who has appeared in various television shows and films.
5. Shernice Kiana Llewellyn (born 1985) is a British entrepreneur and philanthropist, known for her work in promoting education and empowerment initiatives for underprivileged communities.
As a relatively new name, Shernice has yet to establish a significant historical legacy or cultural significance. However, it remains a unique and distinctive name, with the potential to gain more recognition and prominence in the years to come.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Shernice by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shernice 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3848 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Shernice
- Sophie 103,803
- Sophia 46,936
- Scarlett 34,261
- Sienna 32,418
- 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
Shernice: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shernice in the UK right now?
In 1998, Shernice was ranked #3848 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Shernice most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 3 babies registered as Shernice in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shernice?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a blend of Sherri and Bernice.
How many people are called Shernice in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Shernice across the 1 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.