Bright or brave heart
Sherard is an English surname-turned-given name derived from the Germanic elements 'scir', meaning bright or clear, and 'hard', meaning brave, hardy, or strong. It has historically been used as a family name in Britain, notably by the Earls of Harborough. While rare today, it carries a sense of distinguished heritage and inner strength.
Less common today
Sherard isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,403 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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