Declining since 2007, #2,458 for girls today.
Popularity of Sherlyn since 1936
Babies named Sherlyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 19 |
| 1940s | 313 |
| 1950s | 506 |
| 1960s | 393 |
| 1970s | 187 |
| 1980s | 119 |
| 1990s | 104 |
| 2000s | 3,670 |
| 2010s | 2,918 |
| 2020s | 725 |
Meaning & origin
Sherlyn is a modern American invention that first appeared on U.S. records in 1936, placing it among the wave of -lyn suffix names that became fashionable in the mid-20th century. Its peak year came in 2006, after which its usage has steadily declined, with a 2025 rank of 2,458. The name is most popular in Georgia, New Jersey, and Texas, reflecting regional preferences for creative combinations. While its etymology remains speculative, Sherlyn has established itself as a distinctive feminine choice in the United States.
Sherlyn is a modern coinage that emerged in the United States in the 1930s, likely blending the name Sherry (a diminutive of Sharon or a variant of Cherry) with the popular suffix -lyn (from names like Lynn or Linda). It first appeared on U.S. Social Security records in 1936 and saw its peak of usage in the 2000s, particularly in Georgia, New Jersey, and Texas. Despite its resemblance to names of Hebrew or French origin, there is no evidence of a traditional etymology.
Where Sherlyn is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sher, Lyn
Sibling names for Sherlyn
Names that share Sherlyn's style, for a brother or sister.
