How Many People Are Named Shery?
Complete statistics for the name Shery: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Shery is a very rare feminine name, likely a variant spelling of Sherry or Cheri, rooted in endearment. There are only about 338 people living in the US with this name today, meaning roughly 1 in 977,490 Americans share it. It's a name that peaked in 1958 with 21 births, and most bearers are now over 60.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 3 traditionally represents creativity, self-expression, and joyful communication. It's associated with people who are socially vibrant and naturally drawn to artistic or expressive pursuits.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 63All 391 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: 1958Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Shery Through the Generations
Shery tells an interesting generational story. With just 391 total births recorded in the US, it's always been uncommon, but it found its modest spotlight in the late 1950s when it peaked at 21 births in 1958. That timing isn't surprising, as French-inspired pet names like Cheri and Sherry were having a moment in mid-century America. Today, roughly 253 of the 338 living bearers are over 60, which means a striking 65% of people named Shery belong to the older generation. Another 138 fall between the ages of 30 and 60, while there are essentially zero under 30. The average age of a Shery is about 63, making it firmly a baby boomer name. Globally, it's ranked #24,573 with 35,272 bearers worldwide, and it's most popular outside the US in Egypt, where the spelling connects to different linguistic roots. The trend has been stable but quietly fading, and it doesn't look like a comeback is on the horizon.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Shery's French roots
📄 About the Name Shery
How Many People Have the Name Shery?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 338 people in the United States currently share the name Shery. That works out to roughly 1 in every 977,490 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Shery a Common or Rare Name?
Shery 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 Shery Mean?
Shery means "Beloved or dear one" and comes from French origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Shery in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Shery Most Popular?
The name Shery reached peak popularity in 1958, with 21 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 Shery?
Approximately 338 people named Shery live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 391. That works out to roughly 1 in 977,490 Americans.
Is Shery a rare name?
Shery is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 977,490 Americans has this name.
What does the name Shery mean?
Shery means "Beloved or dear one" and comes from French origins.
Is Shery more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Shery are male and 100% are female.
When was Shery most popular?
Shery peaked in 1958 with 21 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.