Cheryl
Cheryl is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Darling or beloved.
Origin and history
Cheryl is an English name created in the early 20th century, likely influenced by the French word chérie, meaning 'darling', and names like Cherie or Beryl. It became extremely popular in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, it is regarded as a classic retro name with low modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
439,539 babies in the United States have been named Cheryl since 1880. It ranks #81 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1878.
States where it is most popular
- CA (8.5 %)
- NY (7.2 %)
- OH (6.7 %)
- PA (6.1 %)
- MI (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 70 |
| 1920-1930 | 268 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,300 |
| 1940-1950 | 70,959 |
| 1950-1960 | 171,387 |
| 1960-1970 | 135,650 |
| 1970-1980 | 40,393 |
| 1980-1990 | 14,319 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,317 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,036 |
| 2010-2019 | 612 |
| 2020-2029 | 223 |
Famous people named Cheryl
- Cheryl Ladd: Actress, Singer
- Cheryl Hines: Actress, Director
- Cheryl Swoopes: Athlete, Basketball Player
Nicknames
Cheri, Cher
Fun facts
- Cheryl was one of the most popular girls' names in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s.
- The name arose relatively recently in the 1920s as a blend of Cherie and similar sounding names like Beryl.