Cherice Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cherice is a name of French origin meaning cherry. It evolved from the historical forms 'Cerisier' and 'Cherise'. The name is modern and has gained traction in the late 20th century. It embodies traits of sweetness and femininity, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cherice"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈriːs/
Origin
French
Etymology
Cherice is derived from the French name 'Cherise', which is a diminutive form of 'Cerisier', meaning cherry tree. It is often associated with the word 'cherise' meaning cherry in French.
Meaning
cherry
Language Evolution
Cerisier, Cherise, Cherice
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unique and modern feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Cherise, Cher, Rice
Modern Popularity & Image
Cherice is perceived as a fresh and vibrant name, often associated with sweetness and femininity.
Famous People
Cherice Montgomery, an American artist, Cherice Johnson, a notable educator
📊 Cherice Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Cherice Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 53 peak births in 1975
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 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 "Cherice"
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 "Cherice"
"Cherice" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6304th of 12526 | 66 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2380th of 19264 | 533 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3293rd of 27321 | 496 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19592nd of 35406 | 42 |
Regional Popularity of "Cherice" 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 "Cherice" by Generation for Female 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) |
74.91% 2200th/2937 |
76.20% 2654th/3483 |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
44.44% 1797th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
69.43% 3107th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
47.93% 3028th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cherice"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cherice" 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 "Cherice" in the United States
The name Cherice is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Cherice has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cherice' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6304th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2380th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3293rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19592nd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Cherice' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.