Cherly Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cherly is an English name that means 'darling' or 'beloved' and has roots in the French language. It evolved from 'Cheryl', which blends the meanings of 'cherished' and 'cherry'. While it gained popularity in the mid-20th century, it is currently regarded as a vintage name with nostalgic charm. It does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cherly"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɜrli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Cherly is derived from the name 'Cheryl', which itself is a blend of the French name 'Chérie', meaning 'darling', and the name 'Cherry', referring to the fruit. It became popular in the mid-20th century.
Meaning
darling, beloved, cherry fruit
Language Evolution
Cheryl, Cherie, Cherry
Historical Usage
Cherly gained popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, often associated with the baby boomer generation.
Variants & Derivatives
Cheryl, Cherie, Cher, Shirley
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cherly is seen as a vintage name, evoking a sense of nostalgia. It is less common today but still retains a charming appeal.
Famous People
Cherly Crow, Cherly Sandberg
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✨ Cherly Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 46 peak births in 1966
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cherly"
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 "Cherly"
"Cherly" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6192nd of 9204 | 28 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2617th of 12526 | 356 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2680th of 19264 | 445 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7628th of 27321 | 150 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Cherly" 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 "Cherly" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
84.16% 2401st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
81.24% 2858th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cherly"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cherly" 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 "Cherly" in the United States
The name Cherly is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Cherly 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, 'Cherly' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6192nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2617th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2680th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7628th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Cherly' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.