Cherokee
boy nameCherokee entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #2055 in 1995, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#2055
peak (1995)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5153 |
| 1980s | #5887 |
| 1990s | #3615 |
| 2000s | #8020 |
| 2010s | #11342 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Cherokee are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cherokee alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cherokee most popular?
- Cherokee peaked in 1995, reaching #2055 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cherokee with classmates?
- Cherokee will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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