Sherol Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SHER-ol /ˈʃɛr.əl/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: derived from 'Sher', meaning 'to sing'; Hebrew: 'shar' meaning 'to sing'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sherol is believed to be a modern English variant derived from the name Cheryl, which itself emerged in the mid-20th century. Cheryl is thought to have originated as a blend of the name Cherie, meaning 'darling' in French, and the name Beryl, a gemstone name of Greek origin.
The transition from Cheryl to Sherol likely reflects the common practice of altering names for stylistic reasons, particularly in the context of American naming conventions during the latter half of the 20th century. The addition of the 'S' at the beginning of Sherol may also be influenced by the trend of creating unique or distinctive names by modifying existing ones.
Historically, the name Cheryl gained prominence in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s, coinciding with a broader cultural shift towards more informal and affectionate names. The name's association with the gemstone Beryl, which has been valued since antiquity, adds a layer of cultural significance, as gemstones have often symbolized beauty, strength, and durability throughout various cultures.
The name Sherol, while less documented than its predecessor Cheryl, follows this lineage and retains a similar affectionate quality. Culturally, names like Sherol often resonate with themes of warmth and endearment, reflecting a trend in naming practices that favors softer, more lyrical sounds.
The diminutive form 'Sher' may also be used informally, echoing the affectionate nature of the name. Overall, Sherol embodies a blend of historical roots and modern creativity, representing a continuation of the evolving landscape of personal names in English-speaking cultures.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sherol was first seen in the United States in 1945.
Sherol has ranked as high as #5050 nationally, which occurred in 1945, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Sherol has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Sherol 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 Sherol 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 Sherol.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 5 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 | 7 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 | 6 |
| 1954 | 7 | 7 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 | 6 |
| 1948 | 6 | 6 |
| 1945 | 9 | 9 |
Top States for Sherol
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