UK boy's name
Shiron
A masculine name originating from the Hebrew word "shir" meaning song or poetry.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Shiron is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Shiron popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4685, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2013 to 2013. 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.
Shiron is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Shiron. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Shiron ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 3 boys were registered as Shiron.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shiron as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4685
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2013
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Shiron mean?
The name Shiron is believed to have originated from the Hebrew language, with roots dating back to ancient Israelite culture and the Biblical era. It is derived from the Hebrew word "shir," which means "song" or "poetry," suggesting a connection to music, artistic expression, and the poetic tradition.
In the Old Testament, the word "shir" appears frequently in the Book of Psalms, which is a collection of sacred songs and hymns praising God. It is possible that Shiron was a name given to individuals who possessed musical talents or had a deep appreciation for the arts.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Shiron can be found in the Book of Joshua, where it refers to a town or settlement in the territory of Judah. This biblical reference suggests that the name has been in use for thousands of years, possibly dating back to the Iron Age or even earlier.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Shiron. One of the most famous was Shiron ben Kalba, a renowned Jewish poet who lived in the 6th century CE in present-day Iraq. His works were highly regarded and influential in the development of Hebrew poetry during the Geonic period.
Another notable figure was Shiron ben Avraham, a 12th-century Jewish philosopher and scholar from Spain. He is best known for his writings on Jewish ethics and his contributions to the field of Kabbalah, the mystical branch of Judaism.
In more recent times, Shiron Tzaliah was an Israeli singer and songwriter who achieved significant popularity in the 1960s and 1970s. Her music blended traditional Middle Eastern influences with contemporary Western styles, and she is credited with helping to shape the unique sound of Israeli popular music.
Shiron Yaakovi was an Israeli artist and sculptor who lived from 1935 to 2017. He was renowned for his monumental public sculptures, many of which can be found in cities across Israel and abroad. His works often explored themes of human existence, spirituality, and the relationship between man and nature.
Shiron Glickstein was a South African-born Israeli basketball player who represented Israel in international competitions during the 1970s and 1980s. He was a respected figure in the Israeli basketball community and played a significant role in promoting the sport within the country.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Shiron by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shiron 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 | #4685 | 3 | 1 |
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- Stephen 8,884
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FAQ
Shiron: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shiron in the UK right now?
In 2013, Shiron was ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Shiron most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 3 babies registered as Shiron in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shiron?
A masculine name originating from the Hebrew word "shir" meaning song or poetry.
How many people are called Shiron in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Shiron 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.