A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Cherise since 1947
Babies named Cherise per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 17 |
| 1950s | 165 |
| 1960s | 767 |
| 1970s | 1,261 |
| 1980s | 1,319 |
| 1990s | 690 |
| 2000s | 195 |
| 2010s | 65 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Cherise is a modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1947, reflecting the post-war trend for innovative, melodic names. The name reached its peak popularity in 1971, during the height of the 1970s revival of soft, feminine -ise names. While Cherise has not ranked in the top 1000 since the 1990s, it has been on a rising trajectory since 2022, suggesting renewed interest. The name's charm lies in its phonetic resemblance to the French term for 'dear', giving it an air of affection without a specific etymological lineage. Although no top states are recorded for Cherise, its usage aligns with national patterns of naming creativity in the mid-20th century.
Cherise emerged in the mid-20th century, likely as a variant of the French-derived name Cherie, meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'. It follows the pattern of using the 'ise' ending, perhaps influenced by names like Denise or Clarice. The name gained modest popularity in the 1970s in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cheri, Cherry, Risa
Sibling names for Cherise
Names that share Cherise's style, for a brother or sister.
