Shernard is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old English words 'scieran' meaning 'to cut' and 'beard'. Therefore, Shernard translates to 'bold-faced', implying a person with confidence or audacity. The name has not been widely used throughout history, which adds to its uniqueness and allure.
The name Shernard experienced modest popularity with 5 births recorded in 1980 and an increase to 7 births five years later in 1983, resulting in a total of 12 babies named Shernard during this period.