Origin
Arabic (Middle Eastern)
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Leo
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Sharifah is a name often given to girls. Ranked #15367 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Arabic (Middle Eastern) origin and traditionally means "Noble and honorable woman of distinction". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Sharifah
Sharifah derives from the Arabic root sharif, denoting nobility and honor. Common in Muslim communities, it reflects cultural pride and moral integrity. The name suits a confident individual who values leadership, family legacy, and community respect.
Popularity
Currently ranked #15367 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Pursues achievement and authority.
Desires partnership and peace.
Appears responsible and caring.
Embraces change and freedom.
Zodiac & Astrology
Leo
Embodies regal presence and generosity.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Projects strength, honor, and warm leadership.
Color Aura
Rich Gold
Element
Fire
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Topaz
Spirit Animal
Lioness
Power Word
Dignity
Energy Type
Fire × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Noble
Upholds high moral standards.
Confident
Leads with natural authority.
Compassionate
Supports community causes.
Famous People Named Sharifah
Sharifah Aini
Singaporean singer
Sharifah Maznah
Malaysian actress
Sharifah in Pop Culture
Sharifah
Arabic drama series
Queen Sharifah
Historical fiction novel
Historical Events
700
Root used in early Islamic nobility titles.
1950
Spread through global migration.
International Variations
Sharifah in Different Scripts
شريفة
Arabic
シャリファ
Japanese (Katakana)
莎丽法
Chinese (Mandarin)
Шарифа
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Sharifah:
Sharifah Noor
Sharifah Amal
Sharifah Hana
Sharifah Rania
Sharifah Lina
Sharifah Yasmin
Sharifah Zara
Fun Facts & Trivia
Means noble in classical Arabic.
Popular in Southeast Asia and Middle East.
Often given to daughters of leaders.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.