Sheree Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sheree originates from the French word 'cherie', meaning 'beloved'. It developed from the French form to its modern English variant in the 20th century, reflecting traits of affection and endearment. There are no biblical references associated with the name. Sheree became popular in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century, and while its usage has declined, it remains a name associated with warmth and nostalgia.
The name Sheree is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South 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, Sheree 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, 'Sheree' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4210th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 496th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 655th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1053rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6050th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21584th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sheree' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sheree"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈriː/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Sheree is derived from the French word 'cherie', which means 'darling' or 'beloved'. It became popular in English-speaking countries in the 20th century.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Cherie (French), Sheree (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Sheree gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s.
Variants & Derivatives
Cherie, Sherry, Shereen
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sheree is perceived as a feminine name that conveys affection and warmth. It is less common than in previous decades but still holds nostalgic value.
Famous People
Sheree Whitfield, an American television personality, Sheree J. Wilson, an American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sheree"
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 "Sheree"
"Sheree" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4210th of 9204 | 83 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 496th of 12526 | 6,573 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 655th of 19264 | 3,972 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1053rd of 27321 | 2,585 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6050th of 35406 | 321 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21584th of 30306 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Sheree" 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 "Sheree" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
20.12% 448th/2227 |
20.74% 504th/2430 |
17.49% 499th/2853 |
17.95% 498th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
22.23% 653rd/2937 |
19.58% 682nd/3483 |
17.06% 600th/3518 |
18.08% 731st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.56% 1126th/3685 |
25.41% 1137th/4475 |
17.92% 931st/5194 |
20.03% 1265th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
81.68% 6096th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sheree"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sheree" 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.