Cheryll Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cheryll originates from the name Cheryl, which is itself derived from the French name Cherie, meaning 'dear one' or 'beloved'. The name has evolved through various forms over time and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It carries traits of affection and warmth but lacks significant biblical relevance.
The name Cheryll is most popular in Indiana, 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, Cheryll 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, 'Cheryll' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2260th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1027th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2886th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Cheryll' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cheryll"
Pronunciation
/ˈʧɛrɪl/
Origin
English
Etymology
Cheryll is a modern variation of the name Cheryl, which is derived from the name Cherie, meaning 'dear one' or 'beloved'. The name Cheryl itself gained popularity in the mid-20th century.
Meaning
dear one, beloved
Language Evolution
Cherie, Cheryl, Cheryll
Historical Usage
Cheryll became popular in the English-speaking world during the 1950s and 1960s as a feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Cheryl, Cherie, Cher
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cheryll is seen as a classic name with a vintage charm, though it is not as commonly used today.
Famous People
Cheryll K. H. Chan, a notable author, Cheryll E. L. McCarthy, a prominent activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cheryll"
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 "Cheryll"
"Cheryll" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2260th of 9204 | 262 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1027th of 12526 | 1,891 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2886th of 19264 | 399 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11321st of 27321 | 76 |
Regional Popularity of "Cheryll" 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 "Cheryll" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
68.63% 1061st/1546 |
83.35% 1297th/1556 |
- |
66.32% 1026th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
37.67% 839th/2227 |
38.56% 937th/2430 |
52.30% 1492nd/2853 |
34.41% 955th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
72.35% 2520th/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
75.49% 3053rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cheryll"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cheryll" 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.