Holding steady.
Popularity of Chere since 1927
Babies named Chere per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1954, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Chere's real moment was 1968.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 12 |
| 1940s | 153 |
| 1950s | 292 |
| 1960s | 293 |
| 1970s | 304 |
| 1980s | 225 |
| 1990s | 55 |
| 2000s | 8 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chere is a name of debated origin and modest historical use in the United States. First recorded in 1927, it reached its peak popularity in 1968, during a decade when similar short, sweet names like Cher (popularized by singer Cher) gained attention. The name's trajectory has since remained stable but low, never entering the top 1000. Its top states are not recorded, reflecting its rarity. Despite uncertainty about its etymology, Chere carries a gentle, endearing quality that appeals to parents seeking a simple, distinctive name.
Chere is a name of uncertain origin. It may derive from the French word 'chère', meaning 'dear' or 'darling', used as a term of endearment. Alternatively, it could be an Anglicized spelling of the Irish name 'Síle', a form of Cecilia. The name saw modest use in the United States beginning in the early 20th century, with a peak in the 1960s.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Cher, Shair
Sibling names for Chere
Names that share Chere's style, for a brother or sister.
