Declining since 1985, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Cherie since 1910
Babies named Cherie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 56 |
| 1920s | 339 |
| 1930s | 847 |
| 1940s | 2,753 |
| 1950s | 5,930 |
| 1960s | 8,368 |
| 1970s | 6,612 |
| 1980s | 3,477 |
| 1990s | 1,067 |
| 2000s | 276 |
| 2010s | 170 |
| 2020s | 74 |
Meaning & origin
Cherie is a French-derived name meaning 'beloved,' and it experienced its peak popularity in the United States in 1969, when it ranked highest. Since 1985, its usage has been in a steady decline, and in 2025 it ranked 8,362, with approximately 1 in every 133,939 baby girls receiving the name. The name is far from common today, but it retains a sweet, vintage charm that appeals to parents seeking a delicate, romantic choice. While its top states are not recorded, its past popularity in the 1960s and 1970s suggests it was most common in that era.
Cherie derives from the French word chérie, meaning 'dear' or 'beloved,' the feminine form of chéri. It entered English usage as a given name in the early 20th century, often used as a term of endearment. The name saw a peak in popularity in the United States during the 1960s, reflecting a broader trend of adopting French loanwords as personal names.
Where Cherie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cher, Che, Riri
Sibling names for Cherie
Names that share Cherie's style, for a brother or sister.
