Cherish
Cherish is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
To treasure, care for tenderly, or hold dear.
Origin and history
Cherish is an English vocabulary name derived from the Old French verb 'cherir', meaning to hold dear or treat with affection. It gained popularity as a modern English virtue name in the United States during the late 20th century. It continues to be chosen by parents seeking an expressive, loving name.
Popularity in the United States
11,352 babies in the United States have been named Cherish since 1880. It ranks #1516 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1208.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.9 %)
- TX (10 %)
- FL (7.6 %)
- IL (6.5 %)
- OH (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 107 |
| 1970-1980 | 866 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,722 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,664 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,865 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,130 |
| 2020-2029 | 998 |
Famous people named Cherish
- Cherish Lee: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The word traces back through Old French to the Latin root 'carus', meaning dear or beloved.
- The name gained pop culture visibility through famous hit songs titled 'Cherish' by The Association in 1966 and Madonna in 1989.