Holding steady.
Popularity of Chera since 1957
Babies named Chera per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 34 |
| 1970s | 219 |
| 1980s | 162 |
| 1990s | 48 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chera is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1957. It reached its peak popularity in 1973, but even then it was not a common name. As of the latest data from 2025, it remains extremely uncommon, with fewer than 5 births per year. The name has no known historical or cultural significance outside of its use as a given name. Its stable trajectory suggests it has never fallen out of favor dramatically, but it has never gained widespread popularity either. No state has recorded above-average usage for this name.
Chera is a modern name that emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century. It is likely a respelling of Cheryl or a feminine form of Charles, or perhaps a short form of Cheresa. Its exact derivation is unclear, but it follows the trend of invented names with a soft, feminine sound.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cheri, Cher
Sibling names for Chera
Names that share Chera's style, for a brother or sister.
