Cherlene
girl nameCherlene entered the US charts in 1962, peaked at #5273 in 1966, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1962–2025
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rank today
#5273
peak (1966)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6109 |
| 1970s | #6194 |
| 1980s | #10411 |
| 2000s | #17168 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cherlene are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cherlene alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cherlene in 2025?
- Cherlene is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Cherlene most popular?
- Cherlene peaked in 1966, reaching #5273 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cherlene with classmates?
- Cherlene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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