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Sharan

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Sharan: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1983.

Sharon is a biblical name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'a plain' or 'flat area,' famously associated with the fertile Plain of Sharon mentioned in the Song of Solomon. The name gained wide popularity in the mid-20th century, notably through actress Sharon Tate, and later Sharon Stone. A distinct and unrelated origin sees it as a Punjabi name, derived from 'saran,' meaning 'refuge' or 'shelter' in Sanskrit, common among Sikhs as a surname or first name. As a place connection, the biblical Sharon lends its name to Sharon Springs in upstate New York. Spelled Sharan, it also sees occasional use in Scotland as a variant, subtly distinguishing it from the more common Sharon.