Sharan is of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit 'śaraṇa', which means 'refuge' or 'shelter'. It is often used as a given name for boys but can also be used for girls in some communities. The name Sharan is popular among people of the Hindu faith and is traditionally associated with divine refuge or protection offered by gods. It is considered to bring good fortune and positive vibrations to those who bear it.
The name Sharan experienced significant popularity during the late 1940s and early 1950s, with a peak of 65 births recorded in 1947. However, this popularity declined steadily over time, with the number of annual births decreasing to single digits by the mid-1980s. Since then, the name has remained relatively uncommon, with only a handful of births reported each year up until at least 2016. In total, there have been 1190 recorded births for the name Sharan since 1936.