Cherryl Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cherryl is an English name derived from the word for the cherry fruit, tracing its origins back through Old French and Latin. It has a cheerful meaning associated with sweetness and nature. The name became popular in the mid-20th century and is recognized for its vintage appeal. It does not have biblical significance, and common variants include Cherry and Cheryl.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cherryl"
Pronunciation
/ˈʧɛrəl/
Origin
English
Etymology
Cherryl is a modern variation of the name Cherry, which itself is derived from the fruit name. The fruit name comes from the Old French 'cherise', which originated from the Latin 'cerasum', meaning 'cherry'.
Meaning
cherry fruit
Language Evolution
Cerasum (Latin), Cherise (Old French), Cherry (Middle English), Cherryl (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Cherryl gained popularity as a feminine name in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by a trend of using nature-inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Cherry, Cheryl, Sheryl
Modern Popularity & Image
Cherryl is often perceived as a cheerful and feminine name, evoking images of sweetness and nature. It is less common today but carries a vintage charm.
Famous People
Cherryl A. Hinton - American artist, Cherryl G. Harris - American poet
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 105 peak births in 1947
Geographic Spread
Popular across 21 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cherryl"
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 "Cherryl"
"Cherryl" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3018th of 9204 | 164 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1255th of 12526 | 1,295 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3835th of 19264 | 262 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15632nd of 27321 | 36 |
Regional Popularity of "Cherryl" 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 "Cherryl" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
93.21% 1441st/1546 |
- | - |
88.17% 1364th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
51.41% 1145th/2227 |
71.36% 1734th/2430 |
57.76% 1648th/2853 |
37.91% 1052nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
76.78% 3105th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cherryl"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cherryl" 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 "Cherryl" in the United States
The name Cherryl is most popular in Michigan, 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, Cherryl 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, 'Cherryl' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3018th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1255th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3835th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Cherryl' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.