Cheryl
Cheryl is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Beloved or darling.
Origin and history
Cheryl is a given name believed to have emerged in the 20th century, combining Cherie with the suffix -yl, likely influenced by names like Beryl. While predominantly used for females in the United States, historical SSA data shows rare usage for males. Its peak popularity occurred in the mid-20th century.
Popularity in the United States
978 babies in the United States have been named Cheryl since 1880. It ranks #3704 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (45 %)
- CA (30 %)
- MI (12.5 %)
- OH (12.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 139 |
| 1950-1960 | 292 |
| 1960-1970 | 351 |
| 1970-1980 | 139 |
| 1980-1990 | 45 |
| 1990-2000 | 7 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Cher, Cherie
Fun facts
- Cheryl rose rapidly in popularity in North America during the 1940s and 1950s.
- Although primarily feminine, the name registered nearly 1,000 male births in official U.S. records.