Shirin
GirlPersian
Shirin is a girl name of Persian origin meaning "sweet, pleasant".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Persian
Religion
None
Popularity
73 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
sweet, pleasant
Etymology
Derived from the Persian adjective شِیرین (shīrīn) meaning 'sweet', which traces back to Middle Persian šīrīn and ultimately to Old Persian roots related to sweetness.
Famous People Named Shirin
- Shirin Ebadi — Iranian lawyer, human rights activist, and Nobel Peace Prize recipient
- Shirin Neshat — Iranian artist, film director, and photographer (born 1957)
- Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury — Bengali politician
- Shirin van Anrooij — Dutch cyclist
- Shirin Abdullaeva — Uzbek Singer
Frequently Asked Questions About Shirin
What does the name Shirin mean?
Shirin means "sweet, pleasant", and is of Persian origin.
What is the origin of the name Shirin?
Shirin originates from Persian, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Shirin a boy or girl name?
Shirin is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Shirin associated with?
Shirin is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Shirin?
Yes — notable people named Shirin include Shirin Ebadi (Iranian lawyer), Shirin Neshat (Iranian artist, born 1957), Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury (Bengali politician), Shirin van Anrooij (Dutch cyclist) and Shirin Abdullaeva (Uzbek Singer).
Last updated: June 2026