Sherryl Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sherryl originates from English roots and means 'darling' or 'beloved'. It evolved from the Old French name Cherie to Cheryl before developing into Sherryl. The name has traits of warmth and affection, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and has several variants. Today, Sherryl is perceived as a classic name, but it is less commonly used.
The name Sherryl is most popular in Kansas, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Sherryl 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, 'Sherryl' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1504th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 795th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2255th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11096th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Sherryl' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sherryl"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɛrəl/
Origin
English
Etymology
Sherryl is a feminine form of the name Cheryl, which is derived from the Old French name 'Cherie', meaning 'darling' or 'beloved'.
Meaning
darling, beloved
Language Evolution
Cherie, Cheryl, Sherryl
Historical Usage
Sherryl gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1940s and 1950s, as part of a trend of creating unique variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Sheryl, Cheryl, Shari
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Sherryl is viewed as a classic name that evokes a sense of warmth and affection, though it is less common than it once was.
Famous People
Sherryl Woods - An American author known for her romance novels., Sherryl H. K. - A prominent figure in the field of education.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sherryl"
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 "Sherryl"
"Sherryl" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1504th of 9204 | 495 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 795th of 12526 | 2,947 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2255th of 19264 | 583 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11096th of 27321 | 79 |
Regional Popularity of "Sherryl" 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 "Sherryl" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
53.75% 831st/1546 |
94.15% 1465th/1556 |
83.98% 1976th/2353 |
49.52% 766th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
30.26% 674th/2227 |
37.78% 918th/2430 |
30.74% 877th/2853 |
26.20% 727th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
61.39% 1803rd/2937 |
72.35% 2520th/3483 |
62.31% 2192nd/3518 |
56.65% 2291st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sherryl"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sherryl" 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.