The nameCheryl

Cheryl is an English girl's name.

Meaning

Its origin is debated; it is often linked to the French chérie, "darling".

Origin

English, of debated origin.

History

In France it has been given since the 1950s, most often in the late 1990s.

Popularity of the name Cheryl

Cheryl in France

1997peak year (30 births)
835babies named Cheryl in France since 1900
01530 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Cheryl was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 190 births over the decade, 23% of all recorded babies named Cheryl. Its rise began around 1953, and it peaked in 1997. Half of all babies named Cheryl in France were born before 1996.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Cheryl mean?

Its origin is debated; it is often linked to the French chérie, "darling".

What is the origin of the name Cheryl?

English, of debated origin.

Is Cheryl a girl's or a boy's name?

Cheryl is a girl's name.