Cherl
girl nameCherl entered the US charts in 1944, peaked at #2376 in 1958, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1944–2025
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rank today
#2376
peak (1958)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4268 |
| 1950s | #3297 |
| 1960s | #3713 |
| 1970s | #6812 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Cherl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cherl 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 Cherl in 2025?
- Cherl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Cherl most popular?
- Cherl peaked in 1958, reaching #2376 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cherl with classmates?
- Cherl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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