Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..
SHERMA
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew name meaning 'song' or 'melody', popularized by Jewish families migrating to Europe during the medieval period, originally intended for girls but now also used for boys.
SHERMAIN
FemaleUncommon English name derived from 'scir' meaning bright, and 'mann' meaning man.
SHERMAIN
MaleUncommon English name that means "famous bear".
SHERMAINE
MaleDistinctively African name, likely brought to the US via the slave trade. Though its exact meaning is uncertain, it may derive from Shama, meaning "beauty".
SHERMAINE
FemaleUnusual yet captivating feminine name of African-American origin, derived from the African word meaning 'peaceful', popularized during the Harlem Renaissance.
SHERMAN
FemaleSherman: An Old English surname, "Scirmen," derived from "scir" meaning bright or clear, combined with "-man." Popularized in the U.S. during the 19th century by General William Tecumseh Sherman despite not being his birth name. Now globally recognized as a strong, distinctive choice evoking brightness and power.
SHERMAN
MaleAmerican given name derived from the English word 'sheriff,' denoting an officer maintaining law and order. Its popularity peaked in the 19th century due to William Tecumseh Sherman, a renowned Union general during the American Civil War. Today, it remains distinctive yet uncommon, reflecting its historical significance.
SHERMANE
FemaleRare American female given name with uncertain origins, believed to be a feminine variant of the English surname Sherman, possibly meaning 'bright and clear woman'.
SHERMAR
MaleAfrican American name created by blending Sherman ("famous spear") and Jamal ("beauty/handsome"), meaning "famous handsome one".
SHERMEKA
FemaleAfrican American name derived from Sharmila, meaning 'beauty' or 'grace'.
SHERMIA
FemaleElegant African name derived from 'Sheri', meaning 'noble'.
SHERMICA
FemaleUnique African American name derived from the combination of Sherry ("darling") and Michelle ("who is like God?"). While not simply a portmanteau, Shermica embodies strength and uniqueness without a specific meaning attached to it.
SHERMIKA
FemaleAfrican-origin name derived from Swahili, meaning 'strong-willed' or 'one with strength'.
SHERMON
MaleUnique English male given name created by combining "Sher-" from Sherman, meaning "famous warrior" or "bright armor," and "-mon" from Latin suffix "-monium," signifying "gift." Thus, Shermon means "gift of fame" or "gift of bright armor.
SHERMONA
FemaleUnique female name of African American origin, derived from Sherman meaning 'famous warrior' and popularized by media like 'The Fosters'.
SHERMYA
FemaleUnique and captivating name of unknown origin and undefined meaning, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking personal significance.
SHERNA
FemaleAncient Sanskrit name meaning "the first," derived from "Sheran," and associated with the Hindu goddess Shernavati, consort of Lord Shiva.
SHERNARD
MaleRare Scottish given name derived from the occupational surname Shirran or Sherrin, possibly meaning 'bright beard'.
SHERNEICE
FemaleExotic name of African origin, derived from the combination of "Sher" (meaning "bright clearing") and "Niece".
SHERNELL
FemaleAmerican given name created by parents seeking originality, with no specific language or mythological derivation and varying suggested meanings such as blends of popular names or Cheryl variations.
SHERNETTE
FemaleHaitian feminine name derived from the French Chérinette, meaning 'little darling'.
SHERNICE
FemaleDistinctive female given name of Caribbean origin coined by Jamaican author Louise Bennett-Coverley, with its meaning or significance unknown but appreciated for its unique sound and spelling.
SHERNIKA
FemaleRare African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'hawk' or 'beauty', symbolizing sharpness, focus, and grace.
SHERNITA
FemaleDistinctive African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, meaning "Beautiful crown," embodying power, beauty, and grace.
SHEROD
MaleUncommon English name variant of Sherwood, possibly meaning "from the clear wood" or "bringer of peace".
SHEROKEE
FemaleDistinctive Native American name from the Cherokee tribe, meaning 'hawk' and symbolizing keen vision, swiftness, and grace.
SHEROL
FemaleDistinctive American name created by author Edna Ferber for her 1952 novel "Giant," with no explicit meaning, though some associate it with strength or power.
SHEROLYN
FemaleEnglish given name derived from Old English words "scir" (bright) and "hild" (battle), translating to "bright in battle," suggesting strength and resilience.
SHEROME
MaleDistinctive American name created by blending Sherman ('famous spear') and Jerome ('sacred name'), gaining recent popularity despite its lack of historical background or notable figures.
SHERON
MaleRare yet captivating female name of Hebrew origin, derived from the word 'Sharon', meaning 'plain' and associated with Israel's fertile Plain of Sharon.
SHERON
FemaleRare but distinctive Hebrew name meaning "commanding" or "having authority," derived from the Hebrew word "shar.
SHERONA
FemaleHebrew name derived from "Sharon," meaning "plain" or "flat area," with historical significance tied to the Valley of Jezreel and the Sharon region in modern-day Israel.
SHERONDA
FemaleUnique African-American feminine name, derived from Sheryl and onda, signifying 'strong and powerful' though its meaning isn't definitive.
SHERONE
FemaleCaptivating African feminine name of Igbo origin in Nigeria, derived from 'Sheri' (peaceful) and 'Eno' (gift), translating to 'peaceful gift.'
SHERONE
MaleAfrican name of Akan origin, meaning "noble king," traditionally bestowed upon children of high status.
SHERONICA
FemaleAfrican-origin name created by blending 'Sherry', meaning cherished, and 'Monica', meaning solitude or admonisher.
SHERONNE
FemaleDistinctive and unique name with uncertain origins, possibly French, and is interpreted by some to mean 'strong and noble' or 'wise and kind'. Despite lacking historical context, it has gained popularity in English-speaking countries for its elegance and uniqueness.
SHERQUITA
FemaleAfrican-American name derived from the Swahili word 'Sherqi', meaning 'elegant'. It consists of 'Sher' and 'quita', with '-quita' being a Spanish diminutive suffix. The name combines elegance and endearment, pronounced as /SHER kih tah/.
SHERR
FemaleCaptivating female name of Hebrew origin, derived from "shir," meaning "song" or "poem.
SHERRA
FemaleHebrew name derived from 'shar', meaning 'song' or 'poem', signifying melody and poetry.