Shire

Shire is a feminine name with English origins, derived directly from the geographical term for a traditional county division in England. The word comes from Old English 'scir' meaning 'district' or 'office.' As a given name, Shire is quite rare, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive nature-inspired or place name with English heritage connections. It evokes pastoral landscapes and the rolling countryside of rural England, carrying associations with peaceful, bucolic settings. The name has a simple, clear pronunciation and spelling despite its uncommon usage. Some might also appreciate literary connections to J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Shire' in his Middle-earth works, suggesting a place of comfort, simplicity, and natural beauty.

Shire is also given to boys.

Pronounced SHYR.

As of October 2026, Shire ranked #12096 in US births in 2022 SSA.