How Many People Are Named Cherrell?

Complete statistics for the name Cherrell: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Cherrell
Very Rare
English (modern coinage)

Cherrell has a classic feel but is very rare, with only 433 total births in the U.S. and 419 still living. It's like finding a needle in a haystack; 1 in 786,690 Americans carry this name. And guess what? It peaked way back in 1986 with a whopping 50 births that year.

~419
Living in US
1 in 786,690
Americans
1986
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A modern variant of Cheryl, likely meaning beloved or dear one.
🌐
Origin
English (modern coinage)
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Affectionate Creative Warm Expressive
9
Life Path Number

The number 9 is traditionally associated with compassion, humanitarianism, and a deep concern for the well-being of others. People connected to this number tend to be generous, idealistic, and drawn toward serving a greater purpose beyond themselves.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

475
Worldwide Bearers
#390,402
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
424
🇬🇧 England
16
🇦🇺 Australia
8
🇵🇭 Philippines
8
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
5
🇳🇱 Netherlands
3
🇿🇦 South Africa
3
🇲🇾 Malaysia
2
🇨🇦 Canada
1
🇬🇩 Grenada
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
419 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 40
23
Would be under 30 (5%)
397
Would be 30–60 (92%)
13
Would be over 60 (3%)

All 433 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1986

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
78
Classic Feel
33
Modern Appeal
67
International
74

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Cherrell Through the Generations

The name Cherrell has a storied history, with its peak in 1986 when 50 babies were given this name. However, the total number of births (433) is significantly lower than the estimated living population (419), indicating a high survival rate. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 92% of living Cherrells aged 30-60, suggesting a strong presence in middle adulthood. This stability in recent years is noteworthy, as it contrasts with the sharp peak in the '80s. The rarity of the name, with just 1 in 786,690 Americans bearing it, makes each Cherrell a unique individual, especially considering the relatively small number of total births.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 12
Georgia 5
Texas 5

✨ Similar Names to Cherrell

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Cherrell's English (modern coinage) roots

📄 About the Name Cherrell

How Many People Have the Name Cherrell?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 419 people in the United States currently share the name Cherrell. That works out to roughly 1 in every 786,690 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Cherrell a Common or Rare Name?

Cherrell is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Cherrell Mean?

Cherrell means "A modern variant of Cheryl, likely meaning beloved or dear one." and comes from English (modern coinage) origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Cherrell in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Cherrell Most Popular?

The name Cherrell reached peak popularity in 1986, with 50 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Cherrell?

Approximately 419 people named Cherrell live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 433. That works out to roughly 1 in 786,690 Americans.

Is Cherrell a rare name?

Cherrell is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 786,690 Americans has this name.

What does the name Cherrell mean?

Cherrell means "A modern variant of Cheryl, likely meaning beloved or dear one." and comes from English (modern coinage) origins.

Is Cherrell more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Cherrell are male and 100% are female.

When was Cherrell most popular?

Cherrell peaked in 1986 with 50 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US419
All-Time Births433
1 in X1 in 786,690
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age40
Peak Year1986
World Rank#390,402
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.