Cherrish
A girl's name of Old English origin with 588 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Cherrish peaked during the Gen Z era, when 27 babies received this name in a single year (2006). That era was defined by globally influenced, diversity-driven naming, and Cherrish remains in active use today — a name that has outlasted its original moment.
In the most recent SSA release, Cherrish ranks #12388 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Cherrish is a girl's baby name of Old English origin, a creative spelling of Cherish meaning 'to hold dear,' 'to treasure,' from the Middle English cherisshen (to love, to hold dear).
Cherrish combines the sentiment of being treasured with the visual echo of cherry blossoms, giving it a sweet, affectionate quality. It's a name that acts as a declaration of love — parents naming their daughter Cherrish are saying she is something to be deeply treasured, always.
EtymologyShow more
Phonetically, Cherrish belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their sharp, distinct ending — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. At two syllables, it has a two-beat rhythm that is easy to call across a room and natural in conversation.
Within the Old English naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Old English names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Cherrish’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Cherrish was #10874 twenty years ago and has since drifted to #12388, but its charm endures.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 34 | #12766 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 152 | #8393 | — |
| 2000s | 165 | #7614 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 125 | #7440 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 84 | #7793 | ▲ |
| 1970s | 28 | #7199 | — |
The Story of Cherrish
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2006, Cherrish is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Cherrish are most likely born between 1996 and 2016.
How rare is Cherrish?
Only about 1 in every 514,286 babies born in 2024 was named Cherrish — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1971, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 2000s with 165 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Cherrish by the numbers
- Would fill 12 school buses
- Meeting one Cherrish per day would take 1.6 years
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(48 years, 1971–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | #12388 |
| 2023 | 6 | #13784 |
| 2022 | 7 | #12514 |
| 2021 | 6 | #13842 |
| 2020 | 8 | #11301 |
| 2019 | 8 | #11587 |
| 2018 | 14 | #7850 |
| 2017 | 13 | #8382 |
| 2016 | 13 | #8490 |
| 2015 | 8 | #12072 |
| 2014 | 9 | #11175 |
| 2013 | 20 | #6297 |
| 2012 | 27 | #5136 |
| 2011 | 18 | #6920 |
| 2010 | 22 | #6018 |
| 2009 | 22 | #6152 |
| 2008 | 15 | #8208 |
| 2007 | 18 | #7150 |
| 2006 | 27 | #5116 |
| 2005 | 26 | #4986 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cherrish a boy's or girl's name?
When was Cherrish most popular?
How popular is the name Cherrish?
Explore More
Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1971–2024