Charyl Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Charyl is a modern English name derived from the name Cheryl, which signifies 'darling' or 'beloved'. It evolved from historical forms like Cheryl and has gained popularity since the mid-20th century. The name is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and it does not have a biblical background.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Charyl"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɛrɪl/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Charyl is a variant of the name Cheryl, which is derived from the name of a flower, specifically from the French word 'cherie' meaning 'darling' or 'beloved'.
Meaning
darling, beloved
Language Evolution
Cheryl, Cheryl-Ann, Charyl
Historical Usage
The name Cheryl gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, and Charyl emerged as a variant in the latter part of the century.
Variants & Derivatives
Cheryl, Cher, Cheri, Cheryle
Modern Popularity & Image
Charyl is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Charyl M. Chappell, American artist, Charyl A. Moore, American author
📊 Charyl Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Charyl Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 36 peak births in 1960
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Charyl"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Charyl"
"Charyl" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4590th of 9204 | 68 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2177th of 12526 | 493 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4687th of 19264 | 190 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16492nd of 27321 | 31 |
Regional Popularity of "Charyl" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Charyl" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
79.05% 1921st/2430 |
- |
79.68% 2211th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Charyl"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Charyl" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Charyl" in the United States
The name Charyl is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Charyl has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Charyl' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4590th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2177th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4687th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16492nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Charyl' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.