Cherie
Cherie is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Darling or beloved.
Origin and history
Cherie is derived from the French word 'chérie', meaning darling or beloved. It gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century as an affectionate French-inspired name. While its usage has declined significantly in recent years, it remains a recognized classic choice.
Popularity in the United States
29,969 babies in the United States have been named Cherie since 1880. It ranks #830 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2027.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.1 %)
- MI (6.4 %)
- OH (6.2 %)
- NY (6.2 %)
- IL (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 56 |
| 1920-1930 | 339 |
| 1930-1940 | 847 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,753 |
| 1950-1960 | 5,930 |
| 1960-1970 | 8,368 |
| 1970-1980 | 6,612 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,477 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,067 |
| 2000-2010 | 276 |
| 2010-2019 | 170 |
| 2020-2029 | 74 |
Famous people named Cherie
- Cherie Blair: Barrister, Writer
- Cherie Currie: Musician, Singer
Fun facts
- The name directly adopts the French feminine past participle 'chérie', which translates to 'dear' or 'beloved'.
- Cherie experienced its highest popularity in the United States during the 1950s through the 1970s.