Sheri
Sheri is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Darling or beloved; also associated with the fertile plain of Sharon.
Origin and history
Sheri is a feminine given name that originated as a phonetic spelling variant of Sherry or Cherie, derived from the French word for 'darling' or as a short form of Sharon. It became particularly popular in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, it is used less frequently for newborn girls but remains a classic, familiar name.
Popularity in the United States
60,464 babies in the United States have been named Sheri since 1880. It ranks #525 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2062.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.2 %)
- TX (6.5 %)
- IL (6.1 %)
- OH (5.5 %)
- MI (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 12 |
| 1930-1940 | 121 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,035 |
| 1950-1960 | 10,973 |
| 1960-1970 | 27,327 |
| 1970-1980 | 14,397 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,445 |
| 1990-2000 | 816 |
| 2000-2010 | 200 |
| 2010-2019 | 99 |
| 2020-2029 | 39 |
Famous people named Sheri
- Sheri S. Tepper: Author, Novelist
- Sheri Moon Zombie: Actress, Model
Nicknames
Sher
Fun facts
- Sheri emerged as a streamlined, modern spelling alternative to the traditionally French Cherie and English Sherry.
- The name experienced its peak usage in the United States between the 1950s and 1970s.