Baby Names Girl Names Meaning of the Name Sharmila Updated January 18, 2026 by Jennifer M. Sharmila Gender: Female Origin: Indian - Sanskrit Meaning: Protection ♥ Add to my Namelist What is the meaning of the name Sharmila? The name Sharmila is primarily a female name of Indian - Sanskrit origin that means Protection. People who like the name Sharmila also like: Clara Stats for the Name Sharmila Sharmila is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts Sharmila is currently not ranked in U.S. births