Cherylan
girl nameCherylan entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #4837 in 1956, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
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rank today
#4837
peak (1956)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #5244 |
| 1950s | #4837 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cherylan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cherylan alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cherylan in 2025?
- Cherylan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Cherylan most popular?
- Cherylan peaked in 1956, reaching #4837 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cherylan with classmates?
- Cherylan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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