Shireen

Shireen: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Shireen

  • A female given name from Persian.

Etymology

From Persian شیرین.

How popular is Shireen?

10U.S. babies in 2025
#1523peak rank (1951)
1,355babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,355 girls in the U.S. have been named Shireen. Its highest rank for girls was #1523 in 1951. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Shireen FAQ

What does the name Shireen mean?

A female given name from Persian. From Persian شیرین.

What is the origin of the name Shireen?

Shireen is listed as a name of Persian origin.

How popular is the name Shireen?

Since 1880, 1,355 girls in the U.S. have been named Shireen. Its highest rank for girls was #1523 in 1951. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Shireen a boy or girl name?

Shireen is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,355 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.