Cheryl

Cheryl [ sher-uhl ] is a female given name. It is very common in English-speaking countries. It is an English version of the French name Cherie. Cheryl is a moniker that has enjoyed widespread popularity for numerous decades. This name carries significant significance and history. Of French extraction, Cheryl signifies "beloved" or "darling." Although it has been bestowed upon both genders, it is more frequently bestowed upon female offspring.

The name appeared in the early 20th century. It was most popular during the Cold War period. In North America, it was popular between the 1940s and 1980s. In the United Kingdom, it was popular from the 1950s to 1990s. This is a unique name (not in the top 1000 newborn names in the US in 2021).

Famous people with the name Cheryl include Cheryl Ladd and Cheryl Hines.

 People 
 Cheryl Gillan,British politician
 Cheryl Ladd,American actress, singer, and author
 Cheryl Hines,American actress
 Cheryl Studer, American dramatic soprano

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