Face of a king
Derived from the Persian words 'shah' meaning king and 'rukh' meaning face or cheek. It historically refers to a royal countenance or someone with the appearance of a monarch. The name gained significant historical prominence through the son of the Central Asian conqueror Tamerlane.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Shahrukh in 2025.
Iconic Indian film actor often called the King of Bollywood
Ruler of the Timurid Empire and son of Tamerlane
Retired Iranian football midfielder
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
