Cherokee
girl name#13208 in 2025Cherokee entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #1261 in 1995, ranks #13208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
#13208
rank today
#1261
peak (1995)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4992 |
| 1940s | #5036 |
| 1950s | #4827 |
| 1960s | #5794 |
| 1970s | #4175 |
| 1980s | #4508 |
| 1990s | #1626 |
| 2000s | #2915 |
| 2010s | #4772 |
| 2020s | #7640 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cherokee has been most popular in MO, OH.
Living bearers
About 2,500 people named Cherokee are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cherokee alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cherokee in 2025?
- Cherokee ranks #13208 among US girl names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cherokee most popular?
- Cherokee peaked in 1995, reaching #1261 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cherokee with classmates?
- Cherokee will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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