Cheryle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cheryle is an English name that means 'darling.' It evolved from the French name Cherie and became popular through its derivative Cheryl. The name is often associated with warmth and affection and has variants like Cheryl and Cherie. It has no biblical background and gained popularity in the mid-20th century, though it is now less commonly used.
The name Cheryle is most popular in Massachusetts, 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, Cheryle 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, 'Cheryle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1445th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 652nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1851st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10509th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Cheryle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cheryle"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɛr.əl/
Origin
English
Etymology
Cheryle is a modern English name derived from the name Cheryl, which itself is a blend of the name Cherie, meaning 'darling' in French, and the suffix -el, often used in English names.
Meaning
darling
Language Evolution
Cherie, Cheryl, Cheryle
Historical Usage
Cheryle gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a feminine given name, especially in English-speaking countries, often influenced by the earlier name Cheryl.
Variants & Derivatives
Cheryl, Cherie, Cher, Chery
Modern Popularity & Image
Cheryle is perceived as a feminine and somewhat vintage name, associated with warmth and affection, though it is less common in recent years.
Famous People
Cheryle Robinson Jackson - American politician, Cheryle K. H. Emmerich - American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cheryle"
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 "Cheryle"
"Cheryle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1445th of 9204 | 525 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 652nd of 12526 | 4,069 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1851st of 19264 | 784 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10509th of 27321 | 87 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Cheryle" 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 "Cheryle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
51.16% 791st/1546 |
63.95% 995th/1556 |
65.07% 1531st/2353 |
49.71% 769th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
26.49% 590th/2227 |
24.98% 607th/2430 |
29.16% 832nd/2853 |
20.58% 571st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
58.53% 1719th/2937 |
52.66% 1834th/3483 |
62.59% 2202nd/3518 |
44.44% 1797th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cheryle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cheryle" 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.