Holding steady.
Popularity of Sherrita since 1956
Babies named Sherrita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 50 |
| 1970s | 203 |
| 1980s | 264 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sherrita is a modern American feminine name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1956. It reached its peak popularity in 1982, but has remained extremely rare; the name has never ranked among the top 1,000 names. Its trajectory has been stable since the 1980s. The name is a likely blend of the popular element Sher- (from names like Sherry) and the suffix -rita (from Rita or Margarita), common in mid-20th century coinages. It is not associated with any specific cultural or religious tradition. Given its rarity, Sherrita remains a distinctive choice that reflects the creative naming trends of its era.
Sherrita likely arose in mid-20th century America as a feminine name blending the popular name element Sher- (from names like Sherry or Cheryl) with the suffix -rita (from names like Rita or Margarita). It first appeared in Social Security records in 1956, peaking in usage in 1982. Its modern coinage means it lacks a traditional etymology or historical roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sherri, Rita
Sibling names for Sherrita
Names that share Sherrita's style, for a brother or sister.
