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Hari

Derived from the French word 'chéri' meaning 'beloved' or 'dear one'. This name belongs to someone with a heart of gold who radiates warmth and makes everyone around them feel cherished and special.

Key Stats

Total births885
GenderMale (13% / 87%)
Peak year2024
Peak generationGen A
First recorded1999
Most recent2025
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 63%NJ — 16%NY — 16%GA — 5%AK — 0%

Notable People

Cherita Logan (Actress, 'The Wire') · Cherita Armstrong (Actress, 'The First Lady') · Cherita Moore (R&B Singer, 'Better Than Before') · Cherita Gaskin (Author, 'Finding Your Way') · Cherita Smith (Filmmaker, 'Quiet Screams')

Nicknames & Diminutives

CheriRitaCherryReet

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