Sheri Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHER-ee / ˈʃɛriEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: diminutive of Sherwood; Hebrew: 'my song' or 'to sing'
Historical & Cultural Background
Sheri is often considered a diminutive form of the name Sherwood, which has English origins. It has been used as a standalone name, particularly in the United States. The name also has Hebrew roots, where it is associated with musical connotations. Sheri has been more commonly used for girls, but it can be considered unisex.
Trend Summary
Sheri has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sherry
- Shari
International Variants
- Shiri (Hebrew)
Famous people named Sheri
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sheri was first seen in the United States in 1956. Sheri has ranked as high as #1131 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Sheri has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sheri
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1956 | 5 |
1959 | 7 |
1960 | 6 |
1963 | 13 |
1965 | 8 |
1966 | 5 |
1967 | 6 |
1968 | 13 |
1969 | 9 |
1970 | 12 |
1971 | 8 |
1972 | 9 |
1973 | 5 |
1975 | 8 |