US Popularity:9398
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Cherry; Affection; Love
Baby is bound to be the cherry on top when it comes to considering the things in life that you're thankful for! Cherry is a fruit-inspired baby name for girls that points to the beautiful cherry tree. This French name has Latin roots, coming from the word cārĭtās meaning “affection” or “love.” In Japanese culture, cherries and cherry blossoms symbolize new beginnings and good fortune; life-affirming ideas that may inspire baby to embody a positive and resilient nature. This modern name is often used as a nickname for people called Cheryl and Charity. Global star Cher was called Cherilyn at birth and is possibly the most famous person in the world who shares a syllable with Cherry!

Cherry Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Cherry is currently #2682 on The Bump
Girl:Cherry is currently #1823 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Cherry is currently #9398 in U.S. births
Girl:Cherry is currently #5401 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#5401
in 2023
- 60
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Name Doctor, Cherry

  • Behind the Name, Cherry, February 2019

  • 100,000 Baby Names by Bruce Lansky pg. 108

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