Sherri
Sherri is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Darling, beloved, or dear one.
Origin and history
Sherri is a feminine given name that originated as a phonetic spelling variant of Chérie, derived from the French word for darling or beloved. It gained widespread popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, it is considered a classic mid-century name that is used infrequently for newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
83,667 babies in the United States have been named Sherri since 1880. It ranks #430 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2038.
States where it is most popular
- CA (8.5 %)
- TX (6.5 %)
- OH (6.2 %)
- PA (5.6 %)
- IL (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 6 |
| 1930-1940 | 102 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,325 |
| 1950-1960 | 16,104 |
| 1960-1970 | 41,633 |
| 1970-1980 | 17,084 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,021 |
| 1990-2000 | 928 |
| 2000-2010 | 271 |
| 2010-2019 | 130 |
| 2020-2029 | 63 |
Famous people named Sherri
- Sherri Shepherd: Actress, Comedian
- Sherri Howard: Track and Field Athlete, Olympic Medalist
- Sherri Martel: Professional Wrestler, Manager
Fun facts
- The name developed in English-speaking countries as a phonetic adaptation of the French word chérie, meaning darling.
- Sherri experienced its greatest peak in popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s.