Cherub
girl nameCherub entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #10210 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#10210
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #10210 |
| 1980s | #10411 |
| 1990s | #11769 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cherub are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cherub alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cherub in 2025?
- Cherub is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Cherub most popular?
- Cherub peaked in 1979, reaching #10210 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cherub with classmates?
- Cherub will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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