Cheri Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SHER-ee //ˈʃɛri//
Origin: French; English
Meaning: French: darling; English: beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cheri is derived from the French word "cher", meaning "dear" or "beloved". Its etymological roots can be traced back to the Latin word "carus", which also conveys the meaning of "dear" or "precious".
The transition from Latin to Old French saw the evolution of the term into forms like "cher", which eventually influenced the creation of the feminine diminutive "Cheri". This name was adopted into English usage in the 20th century, primarily as a term of endearment or as a standalone name, reflecting its affectionate connotation.
Historically, the use of Cheri and its variants can be linked to the broader cultural significance of names that express affection and warmth. The name's association with love and endearment is consistent with various literary and artistic traditions throughout history, where names often carried emotional weight.
While specific historical milestones for the name Cheri are less documented, the broader use of similar terms in French literature and culture can be noted, particularly during the Renaissance period when the appreciation for romantic and affectionate language flourished. Culturally, Cheri resonates with themes of love and tenderness, making it a fitting choice for a name that embodies these qualities.
The name has been embraced in various artistic expressions, including literature and music, where it often symbolizes cherished relationships. Additionally, the diminutive form "Cher" has been used in various contexts, further emphasizing the name's affectionate roots.
Overall, Cheri carries a legacy of warmth and emotional significance, rooted in its linguistic origins and historical usage.
Famous people named Cheri
In this section, you will find notable people named Cheri. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Cheri who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Cheri who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Cheri Oteri is a comedian and actress best known for Saturday Night Live, Scary Movie, and The Ladies Man.
Cheri Huber is a Zen teacher and author best known for her books on mindfulness and self-help.
Fictional characters named Cheri
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Cheri is a fictional character from the novel Cheri by Colette. She is a young man who becomes the object of obsession for an older woman, exploring themes of love and desire.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cheri was first seen in the United States in 1925.
Cheri has ranked as high as #429 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Cheri has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Cheri is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Cheri was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Cheri.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2024 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2023 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2017 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2015 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2014 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2013 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2012 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2011 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2010 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2009 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 2008 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 2007 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 2006 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 2005 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 2004 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 2003 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 2002 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 2001 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 2000 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 1999 | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| 1998 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 1997 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 1996 | 39 | 0 | 39 |
| 1995 | 49 | 0 | 49 |
| 1994 | 57 | 0 | 57 |
| 1993 | 78 | 0 | 78 |
| 1992 | 101 | 0 | 101 |
| 1991 | 120 | 0 | 120 |
| 1990 | 138 | 0 | 138 |
| 1989 | 181 | 0 | 181 |
| 1988 | 200 | 0 | 200 |
| 1987 | 222 | 0 | 222 |
| 1986 | 297 | 0 | 297 |
| 1985 | 292 | 0 | 292 |
| 1984 | 335 | 0 | 335 |
| 1983 | 309 | 0 | 309 |
| 1982 | 359 | 0 | 359 |
| 1981 | 395 | 0 | 395 |
| 1980 | 444 | 0 | 444 |
| 1979 | 454 | 0 | 454 |
| 1978 | 496 | 0 | 496 |
| 1977 | 499 | 0 | 499 |
| 1976 | 580 | 0 | 580 |
| 1975 | 733 | 0 | 733 |
| 1974 | 807 | 0 | 807 |
| 1973 | 936 | 0 | 936 |
| 1972 | 995 | 0 | 995 |
| 1971 | 1,084 | 0 | 1,084 |
| 1970 | 1,179 | 0 | 1,179 |
| 1969 | 1,148 | 0 | 1,148 |
| 1968 | 1,232 | 0 | 1,232 |
| 1967 | 1,305 | 0 | 1,305 |
| 1966 | 1,078 | 0 | 1,078 |
| 1965 | 882 | 6 | 876 |
| 1964 | 1,003 | 0 | 1,003 |
| 1963 | 1,167 | 0 | 1,167 |
| 1962 | 1,397 | 0 | 1,397 |
| 1961 | 1,320 | 6 | 1,314 |
| 1960 | 1,410 | 0 | 1,410 |
| 1959 | 1,336 | 0 | 1,336 |
| 1958 | 1,203 | 0 | 1,203 |
| 1957 | 1,112 | 0 | 1,112 |
| 1956 | 1,047 | 0 | 1,047 |
| 1955 | 933 | 0 | 933 |
| 1954 | 810 | 0 | 810 |
| 1953 | 820 | 0 | 820 |
| 1952 | 686 | 0 | 686 |
| 1951 | 596 | 0 | 596 |
| 1950 | 544 | 0 | 544 |
| 1949 | 516 | 0 | 516 |
| 1948 | 546 | 0 | 546 |
| 1947 | 731 | 0 | 731 |
| 1946 | 591 | 0 | 591 |
| 1945 | 219 | 0 | 219 |
| 1944 | 187 | 0 | 187 |
| 1943 | 117 | 0 | 117 |
| 1942 | 83 | 0 | 83 |
| 1941 | 55 | 0 | 55 |
| 1940 | 36 | 0 | 36 |
| 1939 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1938 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1937 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1936 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 1935 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1934 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1933 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1932 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1931 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1930 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1929 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1928 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1925 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Top States for Cheri (1999)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |