Cherish
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
11,190 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2007 Peak Popularity Year
461 Peak Births

Cherish Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Cherish is a name of Middle English origin that means to hold dear or care for. It evolved from Old French and has maintained its meaning throughout its history. The name reflects traits of affection and value, with no direct biblical relevance. It became popular in the late 20th century, aligning with cultural values of love and connection.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cherish"

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Pronunciation

/ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/

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Origin

Middle English

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Etymology

The name 'Cherish' derives from the Middle English word 'cherishen', which means to hold dear or to care for someone or something very much.

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Meaning

To hold dear, to care for, to value highly.

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Language Evolution

Old French 'cherir', Middle English 'cherishen', Modern English 'cherish'

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a reflection of the cultural emphasis on affection and personal connections.

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Variants & Derivatives

Cher, Cheri, Cherise

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, the name Cherish is viewed positively, often associated with love, warmth, and a nurturing personality.

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Famous People

Cherish Lee, an American country singer, Cherish the Day, a popular song

📊 Cherish Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Cherish Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 461 peak births in 2007

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 37 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cherish"

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 "Cherish"

"Cherish" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 1543rd of 19264 1,036
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 985th of 27321 2,830
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 891st of 35406 4,473
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1089th of 30306 2,851

Regional Popularity of "Cherish" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Cherish" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
49.95%
1467th/2937
72.35%
2520th/3483
56.14%
1975th/3518
30.27%
1224th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
27.82%
1025th/3685
34.41%
1540th/4475
18.04%
937th/5194
16.38%
1035th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
17.00%
779th/4582
23.16%
1196th/5164
10.84%
793rd/7313
14.50%
1082nd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
21.36%
851st/3984
34.30%
1539th/4487
13.06%
891st/6822
26.74%
1678th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Cherish"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Cherish" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cherish" in the United States

The name Cherish is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Cherish has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Cherish' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1543rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 985th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 891st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1089th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cherish' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Cherish name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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