Cheryl
girl name#4352 in 2025Cheryl entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #13 in 1958, ranks #4352 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
#4352
rank today
#13
peak (1958)
32
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #2208 |
| 1910s | #2602 |
| 1920s | #1741 |
| 1930s | #739 |
| 1940s | #127 |
| 1950s | #22 |
| 1960s | #29 |
| 1970s | #84 |
| 1980s | #214 |
| 1990s | #756 |
| 2000s | #1917 |
| 2010s | #2852 |
| 2020s | #4001 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cheryl has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 369,000 people named Cheryl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cheryl alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cheryl in 2025?
- Cheryl ranks #4352 among US girl names in 2025, with 32 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cheryl most popular?
- Cheryl peaked in 1958, reaching #13 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cheryl with classmates?
- Cheryl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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