Cherub
Pronunciation: [ ch-EHR-uhb ]
Cherub is a girl baby name. Ranked #33,523 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
Cherub first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 29 babies have been named Cherub in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cherub is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,523 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #33,523
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Cherub
Cherub is a girl name .
Cherub is currently ranked #33,523 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cherub include Che, Chy, Cheie, and Cherie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cherub 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