Cheryl vs Twila

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cheryl

Girl #3,965 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dear one, beloved"

Origin: French (Cherie)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,965
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cher, Cheri, Sheri

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cheryl Rank #3,965
Twila Rank #3,889

Twila is more popular, ranked #3889 vs #3965 for Cheryl.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cheryl ___

  • Cheryl Lynn
  • Cheryl Ann
  • Cheryl Marie
  • Cheryl Louise
  • Cheryl Elizabeth

Twila ___

  • Twila Rose
  • Twila Grace
  • Twila Mae
  • Twila Jean
  • Twila Ann
  • Twila Lynn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cheryl

Sandra Linda Donna Brenda Gary

If you choose Twila

Pearl Ruby Cora Flora Silas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheryl or Twila more popular?

Twila is more popular, ranked #3889 compared to Cheryl at #3965 in the United States.

What do Cheryl and Twila mean?

Cheryl means "dear one, beloved" (French (Cherie) origin). Twila means "twilight, between day and night" (English origin).

Are Cheryl and Twila boy or girl names?

Cheryl is primarily a girl name. Twila is primarily a girl name.

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