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Cheri

Pronunciation: [ sh-EHR-ee ]

Boy Name #19,309 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Cheri is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced sh-EHR-ee.

Parents who love the name Cheri often also consider Flavel, Christoher, Dag .

Popularity Over Time

#19,309
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#19,309
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Che Chy Cheie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cheri

Is Cheri a boy or girl name?
Cheri is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #19309. As a girl name, it is ranked #13474. Cheri is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Cheri?
Cheri is pronounced sh-EHR-ee.
How popular is the name Cheri?
Cheri is currently ranked #19309 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Cheri?
Common nicknames for Cheri include Che, Chy, and Cheie.
Is Cheri a common or rare name?
Cheri is an uncommon name, ranked #19309 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Cheri

Cheri is a boy name .

Is Cheri a boy or girl name? Cheri is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,309 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #13,474. Cheri is more commonly used as a girl name.

Cheri is currently ranked #19,309 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Cheri include Che, Chy, and Cheie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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