Holding steady.
Popularity of Sherelle since 1943
Babies named Sherelle per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 21 |
| 1960s | 94 |
| 1970s | 207 |
| 1980s | 409 |
| 1990s | 252 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sherelle is a modern American name that emerged in the 1940s and saw its greatest popularity during the 1980s. Although it has never been among the top 1000 names, its peak year was 1986, reflecting the era's affinity for names ending in 'elle'. The name has remained stable in usage since then, still given occasionally but never common. Sherelle appears to be a feminine elaboration of the French word chérie, meaning 'darling', making it a sweet, melodic choice without historical baggage.
Sherelle is a modern American coinage, likely inspired by the French word chérie meaning 'darling' or 'dear'. It emerged in the mid-20th century, fitting the trend of creating feminine names with the popular -elle suffix. The name saw modest use, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sherry, Elle
Sibling names for Sherelle
Names that share Sherelle's style, for a brother or sister.
