Shahrukh is a male given name of Persian origin. It is composed of two elements: "shahr" which means "city," and "rukh" which signifies "face." Therefore, the name Shahrukh translates to "having a royal or noble face."
The name has a rich history and was notably used by several prominent figures in the past. One such figure is Shahrukh bin Lyath, also known as Shahrukh of Khwarazm, who was a ruler of the Khwarazmian Empire during the 13th century. He is remembered for his struggles against the Mongol invasion led by Genghis Khan.
In popular culture, Shahrukh has been adopted and made famous by renowned Indian actor and film producer, Shah Rukh Khan. Born on November 2, 1965, in New Delhi, India, Khan has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and is often referred to as the "King of Bollywood" or simply "Baadshah," which means "king" in Persian.
While Shahrukh may not be one of the most common names globally, its usage can be found predominantly among those with Persian heritage or those who appreciate the historical significance and regal connotation associated with it.
The name Shahrukh has a unique popularity trend in the United States, as indicated by the birth statistics from 1993 to 2004. The name first appeared in 1993 with six births that year. In 1994, there was a significant increase, with 15 babies being named Shahrukh, marking the highest number of births for this name in the given period.
The following years saw some fluctuations:
* In 1995, there were 10 births.
* The numbers then dipped to six in 1996 and five in 1997.
* There was another rise in 1998 with eight births.
* This trend continued into 1999 with nine births.
After a gap of several years without data, the name resurfaced in 2004 with five births. Overall, from 1993 to 2004, there were a total of 64 babies named Shahrukh in the United States. Despite its ups and downs in popularity over these years, it is clear that the name Shahrukh has had a consistent, if not prominent, presence among newborns during this time period.