Cherisha
Cherisha is a girl baby name. Ranked #33,949 in the US, popular nicknames include Che, Chy, and Cheie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Cherisha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 6 babies have been named Cherisha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cherisha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,949 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #33,949
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Cherisha
Cherisha is a girl name .
Cherisha is currently ranked #33,949 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cherisha include Che, Chy, Cheie, and Cherie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cherisha include Cherish, Cheryl, Cherry . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis