A combination of Sharon and Marilyn
Sharilyn is a mid-20th-century American blend, likely created by combining the biblical name Sharon, meaning 'plain,' with the classic Marilyn. It follows the popular trend of adding the '-lyn' suffix to established names to create a more melodic, feminine sound.
Less common today
Sharilyn isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,350 in 1990.
American actress known for Twin Peaks
Bestselling paranormal romance novelist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
