Holding steady.
Popularity of Cherina since 1967
Babies named Cherina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 7 |
| 1970s | 68 |
| 1980s | 89 |
| 1990s | 46 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cherina first appeared on the U.S. baby-naming landscape in 1967, a time when creative coinages were in vogue. It likely draws from the name Cheryl or the independent element Cher, combined with the feminine suffix -ina, similar to names like Tina or Marina. The name saw its highest usage in 1984, but it has always been uncommon. As of 2025, its ranking is not recorded, indicating fewer than five births per year. Cherina has never been concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its scattered, low-frequency use. For parents seeking a name that feels both modern and distinctly rare, Cherina offers a melodic option without historical baggage.
Cherina first appeared in the United States in 1967, during a period when many new feminine names were formed by combining elements of established names like Cheryl or Cher with the Italianate suffix -ina. It reached its peak popularity in 1984 but has never entered widespread use, remaining a rare and distinctive choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cheri, Rina, Cher
Sibling names for Cherina
Names that share Cherina's style, for a brother or sister.
