Sharrita
Sharrita is an American and French girl name. French names have a soft, elegant sound that has made them popular well beyond France. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- GenerationSharrita peaked in 1988, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Sharrita you'd meet today is about 37 years old.
- HistorySharrita first shows up in US birth records in 1988, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 37 years since.
US births per million girls, 1988–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Sharrita
Sharrita is a girl name of American and French origin. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:American namesFrench names
Other spellings of Sharrita
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Questions about the name Sharrita
What is the origin of the name Sharrita?
Sharrita is American and French in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Sharrita turns up in more than one tradition. Other American names to consider are Lainey (“possibly light”), Daisy (“day's eye”), Josie (“he will add”) and Kinsley (“king's meadow”).
Is Sharrita a boy or girl name?
Sharrita is a girl name.
How popular is the name Sharrita?
Sharrita is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1988. It peaked at #11,798 in 1988, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Sharrita?
If you like Sharrita, you might also like Sharita. Sharita is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Sharrita?
Sharrita is an American and French girl name. French names have a soft, elegant sound that has made them popular well beyond France. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.