Sharn
sh(a)-rn
US Popularity:11683
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Plain; Forest; Dung, muck
The feminine name Sharn's meanings paint a picture of a farmland scene. As an English variant of the Hebrew title Sharon, Sharn translates to "plain" or "forest." These definitions refer to the Plain of Sharon, a fertile plain on the coast of Israel that is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. Sharn's alternative meaning isn't quite as idyllic in its imagery, though it's no less farming-related! In Middle English, the word sharn meant "dung" or "muck," and while this word isn't in use today, it's still something to keep in mind when choosing this moniker for your new arrival. Perhaps you'll appreciate Sharn's rustic flair and its reminder that to keep a farm running; everyone must take their turn at mucking out and cleaning up.
How Popular Is The Name Sharn?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1989
#
in 1989
+ 7290
from 1973
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 280
Behind the Name, Sharon, December 2024
Online Etymology Dictionary, sharn (n.)
WordSense Dictionary, sharn
Name Doctor, Sharn
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