Shirin
Shirin first appears in US records in 1938. It peaked in 1985, when 27 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 15.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Shirin popular?
Steady Shirin has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1985.
| 2020s | 67 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 133 | |
| 2000s | 134 | |
| 1990s | 136 | |
| 1980s | 176 | |
| 1970s | 86 | |
| 1960s | 52 | |
| 1950s | 12 | |
| 1930s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Shirin mean?
Shirin means “sweet” or “charming”; she is the beloved of Persian romance.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shirin mean?
Shirin means Sweet, charming. Shirin means “sweet” or “charming”; she is the beloved of Persian romance.
What is the origin of the name Shirin?
Shirin is of Persian origin.
How do you pronounce Shirin?
Shirin is pronounced “shee-REEN.”
Is Shirin a boy or a girl name?
Shirin is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Shirin a popular name right now?
Shirin has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 1985.
How popular is the name Shirin?
In 2025, Shirin ranked #7443 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Shirin most popular?
Shirin was most popular in 1985, when about 27 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Shirin?
Names similar to Shirin include Nazanin, Setareh, Bahar, Parisa, Laleh.
What names go well with Shirin?
Persian names that pair well with Shirin include Jasmine, Esther, Jasper, Darius, Cyrus.