NAME PROFILE
Cher
Cher is a French name meaning 'dear' or 'beloved.' It conveys a sense of endearment and closeness, often associated with love and affection. Cher embodies a vibrant personality, reflecting confidence and creativity, often embracing her individuality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,831 |
| Gender | Female (2% / 98%) |
| Peak year | 1972 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1951 |
| Most recent | 2000 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 54%NY — 12%FL — 12%TX — 10%OH — 10%
Notable People
Cher (Singer, Actress, *Believe*) · Cher Lloyd (Singer, *X Factor*) · Cherie Blair (Barrister, Author, wife of Tony Blair) · Cherubino (Character in Mozart's *The Marriage of Figaro*) · Cherokee (Native American tribe)
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