Cherisse Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: shuh-REES //ʃəˈriːs//
Origin: French; English
Meaning: French: beloved; English: cherishing
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cherisse is believed to have roots in the French word "cher", meaning "dear" or "beloved", which itself derives from the Latin "carus". This etymological lineage suggests a connection to affection and endearment.
The name likely evolved through the influence of French culture, particularly during the periods of Norman influence in England from the 11th century onward, when many French names and words were absorbed into the English language. The addition of the suffix "-isse" may have been inspired by similar feminine forms in French, contributing to its distinctiveness as a girl's name.
Historically, the name Cherisse does not have significant references in ancient texts or notable historical figures, which makes it less prominent in the annals of history compared to more traditional names. However, the use of names derived from the concept of love and affection has been a consistent theme throughout various cultures and eras.
The broader category of names that convey endearment has been prevalent in many societies, often reflecting familial bonds and social connections. Culturally, names like Cherisse resonate with themes of warmth and tenderness, which have universal appeal across different societies.
The name's association with love may have contributed to its adoption in various communities, as names that evoke positive emotions often carry a lasting significance. While there are no widely recognized diminutives or variations of Cherisse that have historical prominence, the name's lyrical quality and its roots in affection align it with a tradition of names that celebrate personal relationships and emotional connections.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cherisse was first seen in the United States in 1950.
Cherisse has ranked as high as #2930 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Cherisse has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Cherisse 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 Cherisse 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 Cherisse.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 | 8 |
| 2006 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 | 6 |
| 1996 | 10 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 | 10 |
| 1994 | 12 | 12 |
| 1993 | 18 | 18 |
| 1992 | 26 | 26 |
| 1991 | 28 | 28 |
| 1990 | 35 | 35 |
| 1989 | 34 | 34 |
| 1988 | 34 | 34 |
| 1987 | 28 | 28 |
| 1986 | 25 | 25 |
| 1985 | 26 | 26 |
| 1984 | 37 | 37 |
| 1983 | 34 | 34 |
| 1982 | 37 | 37 |
| 1981 | 41 | 41 |
| 1980 | 39 | 39 |
| 1979 | 29 | 29 |
| 1978 | 38 | 38 |
| 1977 | 35 | 35 |
| 1976 | 37 | 37 |
| 1975 | 34 | 34 |
| 1974 | 47 | 47 |
| 1973 | 43 | 43 |
| 1972 | 22 | 22 |
| 1971 | 26 | 26 |
| 1970 | 24 | 24 |
| 1969 | 26 | 26 |
| 1968 | 24 | 24 |
| 1967 | 19 | 19 |
| 1966 | 12 | 12 |
| 1965 | 11 | 11 |
| 1964 | 18 | 18 |
| 1963 | 18 | 18 |
| 1962 | 14 | 14 |
| 1961 | 8 | 8 |
| 1960 | 8 | 8 |
| 1959 | 7 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 | 8 |
| 1957 | 8 | 8 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 |
| 1955 | 12 | 12 |
| 1954 | 7 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Cherisse (1993)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |