Cherita
Cherita is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,478 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
Cherita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 1,037 babies have been named Cherita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cherita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,478 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,478
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Cherita
Cherita is a girl name .
Cherita is currently ranked #65,478 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cherita include Che, Chy, Cheie, and Cherie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cherita 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