Cherif
Boy nameCherif has been given to 65 babies in the U.S. since 2009. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 189,786 boys was named Cherif.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
65
Peak year
2025 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2009
10-year trend
▲ +29%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Cherif — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Cherif.
Sibling name ideas for Cherif
Same era and popularity as Cherif, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Cherif?
Cherif has been given to 65 babies in the U.S. since 2009. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Cherif peak?
Cherif peaked in 2025, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Cherif a girl or boy name?
Cherif is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Cherif are boys).
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