Holding steady.
Popularity of Sherea since 1956
Babies named Sherea per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 14 |
| 1970s | 69 |
| 1980s | 119 |
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sherea is a modern American name that emerged in the mid-20th century, likely a respelling of Sheree from the French chérie, meaning 'darling'. It was first recorded in 1956 and saw its highest usage in 1982, after which its popularity declined. In recent years, the name has maintained a stable but low frequency. Sherea exemplifies the creative spelling trend of the era, blending a familiar sound with a distinctive ending. While not widely used today, it remains a recognizable choice for those seeking a name with a sweet meaning.
Sherea arose as a modern American coinage, echoing the popularity of the name Sheree (a respelling of the French chérie, meaning 'darling'). It follows the trend of creating feminine names ending in '-ea' during the mid-20th century. The name saw its peak usage in 1982.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shea, Rea, Sherry
Sibling names for Sherea
Names that share Sherea's style, for a brother or sister.
