Cheryl Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHER-uhl / ˈʃɛr.əlFrench; English
Meaning
French: darling; English: free man
Historical & Cultural Background
Cheryl is a name that emerged in the 20th century, primarily in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a blend of the names 'Cher' and 'Carol.' The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. It has been predominantly used for girls, though it can be adapted for boys.
Trend Summary
Cheryl experienced peak popularity in the 1940s and 1950s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sheril
- Sheryl
International Variants
- Sheryl (English)
Famous people named Cheryl
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Fictional characters named Cheryl
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cheryl was first seen in the United States in 1939. Cheryl has ranked as high as #1061 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in New York, California, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Cheryl has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cheryl (1965)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1943 | 16 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 23 |
| 1947 | 21 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 17 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 26 |
| 1955 | 32 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 41 |
| 1958 | 59 |
| 1959 | 40 |
| 1960 | 48 |
| 1961 | 42 |
| 1962 | 45 |
| 1963 | 37 |
| 1964 | 43 |
| 1965 | 34 |
| 1966 | 25 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |