Declining since 2006, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Sherlin since 1951
Babies named Sherlin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 517 |
| 2010s | 211 |
| 2020s | 41 |
Meaning & origin
Sherlin is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. baby name records in 1951. Its peak popularity came in 2006, after which it has been in steady decline, ranking 14,942 in 2025. The name is used almost exclusively for girls and has no recorded top states, reflecting its widespread but infrequent use. The lack of a clear meaning or deep historical roots suggests it is a modern invention, possibly influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Cheryl or Sheryl in the mid-20th century. With a 1-in-321,453 occurrence rate, Sherlin remains a distinctive but uncommon choice.
Sherlin appears to be a modern coinage, possibly a blend of the popular prefix 'Sher-' (as in Sheryl or Cheryl) with the common '-lin' suffix seen in names like Kaitlin or Madelyn. There is no known historical derivation or ancient root, and it emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century. It has maintained modest use without strong cultural or linguistic ties to a specific heritage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sher, Linny
Sibling names for Sherlin
Names that share Sherlin's style, for a brother or sister.
