Chere
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Chere first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,177 babies have been named Chere in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chere is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,958 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,958
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Chere
Chere is a girl name .
Chere is currently ranked #16,958 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chere include Che, Chy, Chie, and Chekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chere include Cherish, Cheryl, Cherry . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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