Holding steady.
Popularity of Sherl since 1948
Babies named Sherl per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 13 |
| 1950s | 142 |
| 1960s | 163 |
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sherl is a rare American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1948, a time when short, trendy names were gaining popularity. It reached its peak usage in 1964, though even then it remained uncommon, never ranking in the top 1000. The name has stayed stable in its rarity ever since, with no recorded top states, reflecting its scattered, infrequent use. While its exact origin is unclear, Sherl likely emerged as a variant of Sheryl or a creative shortening, fitting the mid-century fashion for names ending in -l. Today, it remains a distinctive choice with a vintage feel.
Sherl is likely a diminutive or variant of names like Sheryl, a 20th-century coinage blending Cheryl (itself a variant of Cheryl, from Cherie or Beryl) with the popular -l suffix. Alternatively, it may be a phonetic spelling of the surname Sherl or a short form of Sherlock. First recorded in the U.S. in 1948, it saw modest use in the mid-20th century, peaking in 1964.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Cherl
Sibling names for Sherl
Names that share Sherl's style, for a brother or sister.
