Holding steady.
Popularity of Cheron since 1943
Babies named Cheron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 33 | 0 |
| 1950s | 35 | 0 |
| 1960s | 97 | 0 |
| 1970s | 254 | 39 |
| 1980s | 144 | 40 |
| 1990s | 61 | 10 |
| 2000s | 11 | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cheron is a rare and modern unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1943. Its peak year was 1978, and its trajectory has remained stable since then, never entering the top 1000 rankings. The name has no strong ties to any specific origin or meaning, likely an American invention from the mid-20th century. Despite its obscurity, Cheron has been used consistently for both boys and girls, and its similarity to names like Sharon and Cher gives it a familiar yet distinctive sound.
Cheron first appeared in U.S. records in 1943 and reached its peak popularity in the 1970s. The name may be a blend of Cher (from the singer) and the suffix -on, or a variant of Sharon. Its usage has remained stable but rare, never ranking among the top 1000 names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cher, Ron
Variants: Sheron
Sibling names for Cheron
Names that share Cheron's style, for a brother or sister.
