Declining since 2011.
Popularity of Cherrish since 1971
Babies named Cherrish per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2006, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Cherrish's real moment was 2012.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 28 |
| 1980s | 84 |
| 1990s | 125 |
| 2000s | 165 |
| 2010s | 152 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
Cherrish is a modern English coinage, first recorded in U.S. Social Security data in 1971. While it has never entered the top 1000 names, it saw its peak usage in 2012, with a trajectory that has been declining since 2011. The name is a phonetic respelling of the English word 'cherish', borrowing its connotation of affection and care. Like many vocabulary-word names, Cherrish emerged in the late 20th century and appears most often in states without a strong regional preference. It remains a rare but recognizable choice, part of a broader trend of virtue-inspired and emotionally resonant names. The name's origin as a modern invention means it lacks deep historical roots, but its transparent meaning gives it an intuitive appeal.
Cherrish is a contemporary invented name, probably inspired by the English vocabulary word 'cherish', which comes from Old French 'cherir' (to hold dear) and ultimately from Latin 'carus' (dear). It first appeared in U.S. records in 1971, with a notable peak in usage in 2012. As a modern coinage, it lacks historical etymology beyond its lexical root.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Cherrish
Names that share Cherrish's style, for a brother or sister.
