NAME PROFILE
Cheri
Cheri is a French name that means 'dear' or 'beloved'. It conveys a sense of warmth and affection, often associated with caring and loving individuals.
Key Stats
| Total births | 36,080 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1960 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1939 |
| Most recent | 1999 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | French |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%TX — 20%OH — 20%NY — 19%IL — 19%
Notable People
Cheri Oteri (Comedian, *Saturday Night Live*) · Cher (Singer, Actress, *Believe*) · Chéri (Character in the novel by Colette) · Cherie Blair (Lawyer, Wife of Tony Blair) · Cheri Huber (Zen teacher, author)
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