Cheri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cheri is a name of French origin meaning 'dear' or 'beloved.' It has evolved from related forms and is closely associated with affection. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century in English-speaking countries. It does not have biblical relevance and is perceived positively in modern contexts. Notable people with this name include Cheri Oteri and Cheri Bustos.
The name Cheri is most popular in Washington, 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, Cheri 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, 'Cheri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8441st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1059th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 284th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 300th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 907th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6329th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12493rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cheri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cheri"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɛri/
Origin
French
Etymology
Cheri is derived from the French word 'cher,' meaning 'dear' or 'beloved.' The name can also be a diminutive form of names like Cherilyn.
Meaning
dear, beloved
Language Evolution
Cheri, Cherilyn, Chérie
Historical Usage
Cheri gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as a fashionable name reflecting a trend towards French names.
Variants & Derivatives
Cher, Cherilyn, Chérie
Modern Popularity & Image
Cheri is often viewed as a charming and affectionate name, conveying a sense of warmth and endearment. It maintains a moderate level of popularity.
Famous People
Cheri Oteri, Cheri Bustos
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cheri"
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 "Cheri"
"Cheri" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8441st of 9107 | 7 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1059th of 9204 | 892 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 284th of 12526 | 17,762 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 300th of 19264 | 13,846 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 907th of 27321 | 3,172 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6329th of 35406 | 303 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12493rd of 30306 | 80 |
Regional Popularity of "Cheri" 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 "Cheri" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
45.86% 709th/1546 |
67.54% 1051st/1556 |
73.99% 1741st/2353 |
35.04% 542nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
9.70% 216th/2227 |
17.65% 429th/2430 |
12.90% 368th/2853 |
7.21% 200th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
8.68% 255th/2937 |
10.08% 351st/3483 |
10.03% 353rd/3518 |
6.33% 256th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.93% 808th/3685 |
20.27% 907th/4475 |
19.79% 1028th/5194 |
14.90% 941st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cheri"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cheri" 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.