Sheryar

Sheryar is a boy name of Persian origin with the meaning "Lion king; royal lion (Coptic)". Names from the Persian tradition often carry deep cultural significance, reflecting heritage, values, or natural beauty. He has been used in Persian communities for generations and has gained broader popularity as parents discover its beauty.

Sheryar has been used across Egypt and other parts of the world. In the United States, SSA data shows the name's popularity trends going back to 1950. Check the chart above to see exactly how many babies were named Sheryar in each year, and whether its popularity has been rising, steady, or declining.

Common nicknames for Sheryar depend on its full form. Many parents choose Sheryar specifically because it has built-in short forms or pet names. Some names have no common nicknames and are used in their full form throughout life.

Sheryar is a name shared by people across all walks of life — from artists and athletes to scientists and public figures. The popularity of the name means it appears throughout history in nearly every era and culture. Search online for "Sheryar famous people" to discover notable figures who share this name.

Names similar to Sheryar share its cultural origin, style, or sound. If you love Sheryar, you might also like names from the same origin tradition, names with similar ending sounds, or names that share the same number of syllables.