Shary

Shary is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive of Sharon or Charlotte, or sometimes as an independent name. With Hebrew origins from Sharon, it refers to a fertile plain in Israel and carries biblical associations. The name has a friendly, approachable quality with its short, bright sound. Shary experienced modest popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1950s and 1960s in the United States, but remains relatively uncommon today. Its brevity makes it distinctive in an era of longer, more elaborate names. Shary has cross-cultural appeal, appearing in various forms across different languages, and offers a cheerful, unpretentious option for parents seeking a simple yet distinctive name.

Pronounced SHAR-ee.

As of October 2026, Shary ranked #19760 in US births in 2009 SSA, peaked at #2617 in 1947.