Shirin

Shirin: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Shirin

  • A female given name from Persian.

Etymology

From Persian شیرین.

How popular is Shirin?

15U.S. babies in 2025
#3321peak rank (1985)
801babies since 1880

Since 1880, 801 girls in the U.S. have been named Shirin. Its highest rank for girls was #3321 in 1985. In 2025, 15 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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Shirin FAQ

What does the name Shirin mean?

A female given name from Persian. From Persian شیرین.

What is the origin of the name Shirin?

Shirin is listed as a name of Persian origin.

How popular is the name Shirin?

Since 1880, 801 girls in the U.S. have been named Shirin. Its highest rank for girls was #3321 in 1985. In 2025, 15 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Shirin a boy or girl name?

Shirin is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 801 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.