Cheril
Cheril is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,775 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
Cheril first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 205 babies have been named Cheril in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cheril is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,775 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,775
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Cheril
Cheril is a girl name .
Cheril is currently ranked #65,775 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cheril include Che, Chy, Cheie, and Cherie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cheril 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