Sharon vs Shirley
Comparing Sharon and Shirley? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Sharon ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Hebrew naming roots (meaning "Plain, fertile plain"). Shirley sits in the Top 100 tier with English origins (meaning "Bright meadow").
Sharon
- Meaning: Plain, fertile plain
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Sharon name page
Shirley
- Meaning: Bright meadow
- Origin: English
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Shirley name page
Which name is more popular: Sharon or Shirley?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Sharon ranks higher (Top 100) than Shirley (Top 100).