Find out how popular the first name Sheri has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sheri by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Sheri is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Sheri being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 11 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sheri.

The history of the first name Sheri

The name Sheri is a feminine given name that originated as a shortened form of the English name Sheryl or the French name Chérie, which means "darling" or "beloved." Its roots can be traced back to the Old French word "chiere," meaning "face" or "countenance."

The earliest recorded use of the name Sheri dates back to the late 19th century in the United States. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s, when it became a trendy modern variation of the traditional names Sharon and Sheryl.

One of the earliest notable bearers of the name Sheri was Sheri S. Tepper, an American writer of science fiction, horror, and fantasy novels. She was born in 1929 and passed away in 2022. Her works often explored feminist themes and explored the consequences of environmental degradation.

Another famous Sheri is Sheri Moon Zombie, an American actress, model, and dancer, born in 1970. She has appeared in several horror films directed by her husband, Rob Zombie, including House of 1000 Corpses and The Lord of Salem.

In the world of music, Sheri Hinhen is a notable figure. She is an American singer and songwriter who achieved success in the 1980s as the lead vocalist of the all-female rock band Vixen.

Sheri L. Berman is a renowned American political scientist and author. Born in 1965, she is a professor at Barnard College and has written extensively on the history of democracy and social democracy in Europe.

In the realm of sports, Sheri Noren is a former American professional tennis player who achieved a career-high ranking of No. 11 in the world in 1989. She won two singles titles and four doubles titles during her career.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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