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Sherry Girl

Popularity: #934 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationSHER-ee / ˈʃɛri

English; French

Meaning

English: darling; French: cherry

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Sherry has its roots in the Old French word "cherie," meaning "darling" or "beloved," which itself derives from the Latin "carus," meaning "dear" or "precious." The name entered the English language in the 20th century, primarily as a diminutive or affectionate form of names like Sharon or Sherilyn, but it also gained prominence as a standalone name. The connection to the French word reflects a broader tradition of using terms of endearment in naming practices, particularly in English-speaking cultures influenced by French language and customs after the Norman Conquest in the 11th century.

Historically, the name Sherry can be linked to the fortified wine known as sherry, which has its origins in the Jerez region of Spain. This wine became popular in England during the 16th century, and its name is derived from the Spanish "Jerez," which itself comes from the Arabic "Sherish." The association of the name with this sweet and cherished beverage may have contributed to its appeal as a feminine name, evoking notions of warmth and affection.

Culturally, Sherry has been embraced in various literary and artistic contexts, often symbolizing sweetness and charm. The name has also appeared in various forms of media, reinforcing its association with positive qualities. While diminutives like Sheri or Sherry may have emerged as affectionate forms, the name's enduring resonance lies in its connotations of love and cherished relationships, reflecting a broader human inclination to name loved ones in ways that express affection.

Trend Summary

Sherry experienced peak popularity in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Cheri
  • Shari

International Variants

  • Sherri (English)
  • Shery (Spanish)

Famous people named Sherry

Sherry Lansing is a film executive best known for being the first female head of a major film studio, Paramount Pictures, and for producing films like Fatal Attraction and Braveheart.

Sherry Turkle is a sociologist and author best known for her books Alone Together, The Second Self, and Reclaiming Conversation.

Fictional characters named Sherry

Sherry Birkin is a fictional character from the video game series Resident Evil. She is a key figure in the storyline, known for her connection to the Umbrella Corporation and her survival against bioweapons.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Sherry was first seen in the United States in 1909. Sherry has ranked as high as #93 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Sherry has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Sherry (2023)

StateBirthsShare
CA 7
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19095
19136
191410
19157
191612
191713
191826
191914
192024
192137
192240
192346
192447
192567
192664
192781
192875
192974
193091
193198
1932125
1933126
1934191
1935436
1936568
1937648
1938674
1939739
1940857
19411,252
19421,818
19432,314
19442,733
19452,676
19464,518
19475,579
19485,717
19495,295
19505,808
19515,889
19525,956
19535,935
19547,120
19557,769
19567,898
19577,805
19586,801
19597,341
19608,316
19618,359
19629,223
19639,064
19648,496
19657,381
19666,983
19677,130
19686,435
19696,139
19705,917
19715,562
19724,447
19733,952
19743,436
19753,044
19762,359
19772,071
19781,825
19791,591
19801,404
19811,266
19821,047
1983929
1984879
1985822
1986672
1987567
1988548
1989449
1990399
1991353
1992305
1993313
1994244
1995203
1996161
1997166
1998142
1999114
2000126
2001114
2002126
2003113
2004104
200589
200691
200795
200877
200977
201064
201169
201272
201363
201463
201578
201653
201766
201846
201944
202042
202128
202238
202321
202416