Sherl
girl nameSherl entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #2246 in 1964, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1948–2025
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rank today
#2246
peak (1964)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4439 |
| 1950s | #3107 |
| 1960s | #3369 |
| 1970s | #6884 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Sherl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sherl alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sherl in 2025?
- Sherl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Sherl most popular?
- Sherl peaked in 1964, reaching #2246 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sherl with classmates?
- Sherl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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