Skip to main content

Sher β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Sher is a male name of Persian origin. It is derived from the Persian word 'sher' which means 'lion'. The name Sher symbolizes strength, bravery, and leadership.

Sher

Letter: S
Boy

You just looked up Sher. What does your own name say about you?

Create a free account to get your personal Nameology reading.

Read my name β€” free

Meaning of Sher:

Sher is a male name of Persian origin. It is derived from the Persian word 'sher' which means 'lion'. The name Sher symbolizes strength, bravery, and leadership. It exemplifies the qualities of a lion, known as the king of the jungle, and represents courage, fierceness, and protectiveness.

  • Gender: Boy
  • Origin: Persian
  • US popularity: In 2022, 8 newborns in the United States were named Sher (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1972 with 14 babies.

Origin:

Persian

Similar Names:

Seher , Sehher , Ser , She , Shera , Shere , Sheri , Sherl , Sherr , Shery

More names starting with S:

Sa , Saabaah Gol , Saabah , Saabegh , Saabeghoddin , Saabih , Saabin , Saabir , Saabira , Saabit , Saachi , Saad

Do you like the name Sher?

Add Sher to Voting List

Frequently asked questions about Sher

What does the name Sher mean?

Sher is a male name of Persian origin. It is derived from the Persian word 'sher' which means 'lion'. The name Sher symbolizes strength, bravery, and leadership. It exemplifies the qualities of a lion, known as the king of the jungle, and represents courage, fierceness, and protectiveness.

What is the origin of the name Sher?

Sher is a boy's name of Persian origin.

Is Sher a boy or girl name?

Sher is commonly used as a boy's name.

How popular is the name Sher?

In 2022, 8 newborns in the United States were named Sher, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1972, with 14 babies given the name.

Discover Sher's Fortune

Reveal Sher's Governing Planet, Temperament, Rising Sign and Rising Degree β€” a holistic Nameology reading.

Get Sher's full 4-Aspect report

Shop Sher gifts

Personalized keepsakes featuring the name Sher. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Chatbot
Name GuideAI assistant