Cheri
boy nameCheri entered the US charts in 1961, peaked at #3537 in 1965, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1961–2025
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rank today
#3537
peak (1965)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3595 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cheri are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cheri alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cheri in 2025?
- Cheri is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cheri most popular?
- Cheri peaked in 1965, reaching #3537 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cheri with classmates?
- Cheri will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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