Sheryl
Sheryl is a modern English variant of Cheryl, which itself derives from the French name Cherie meaning 'darling' or 'beloved'. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a fresh alternative to traditional names.
Current Popularity
#8281 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce
- •Has a distinctly 1950s-1970s retro feel
- •Often associated with strong, successful women in business and entertainment
- •The 'Sh' spelling distinguishes it from the more common 'Ch' variant Cheryl
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Famous People
Sheryl Crow
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Sheryl Lee
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Sheryl Swoopes
Professional basketball player and Olympic gold medalist
Statistics
78,826
Total births since 1880
1957
Peak year
Discovery
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