Cherril
Cherril is a girl baby name. Ranked #37,045 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
Cherril first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 24 babies have been named Cherril in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cherril is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,045 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #37,045
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Cherril
Cherril is a girl name .
Cherril is currently ranked #37,045 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cherril include Che, Chy, Cheie, and Cherie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cherril 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