Cherish
girl name#1373 in 2025Cherish entered the US charts in 1966, peaked at #643 in 2007, ranks #1373 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1966–2025
#1373
rank today
#643
peak (2007)
160
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #2655 |
| 1970s | #1343 |
| 1980s | #1036 |
| 1990s | #1107 |
| 2000s | #938 |
| 2010s | #881 |
| 2020s | #1382 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cherish has been most popular in FL, TX, IL.
Living bearers
About 11,000 people named Cherish are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cherish alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cherish in 2025?
- Cherish ranks #1373 among US girl names in 2025, with 160 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cherish most popular?
- Cherish peaked in 2007, reaching #643 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cherish with classmates?
- Cherish will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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