Sherrill
boy nameSherrill entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #688 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#688
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1851 |
| 1920s | #1686 |
| 1930s | #912 |
| 1940s | #919 |
| 1950s | #1394 |
| 1960s | #2139 |
| 1970s | #4328 |
| 1990s | #8236 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Sherrill are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sherrill alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sherrill in 2025?
- Sherrill is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sherrill most popular?
- Sherrill peaked in 1936, reaching #688 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sherrill with classmates?
- Sherrill will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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