Shire

Shire Meaning & Origin

About Shire
The name "Shire" is derived from the Old English word "scīr," meaning a division or administrative region. It is commonly used in the context of the fictional world created by J.R.R. Tolkien, particularly in his renowned novel "The Lord of the Rings." In Tolkien's work, the Shire refers to a peaceful and idyllic land inhabited by Hobbits, characterized by its lush landscapes, simple way of life, and close-knit community. The name "Shire" has come to symbolize a place of tranquility, harmony, and a sense of belonging.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Shire are female.

Shire Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -16.67% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
XR
🗽 NYSIIS
SA
🔊 Soundex
S060
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
SH AY1 R
🌐 IPA
/ʃaɪr/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('XR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
S600

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Shire in Braille

Here's how to represent Shire in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Shire in braille

How to Spell the Name Shire in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Shire using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Shire in sign language

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