Cheris
Cheris is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,216 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
Cheris first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 149 babies have been named Cheris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cheris is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,216 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,216
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Cheris
Cheris is a girl name .
Cheris is currently ranked #36,216 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cheris include Che, Chy, Cheie, and Cherie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cheris 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