Cherisa
Girl nameCherisa has been given to 178 babies in the U.S. since 1966. It peaked in 1976.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
178
Peak year
1976 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1966
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Cherisa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Cherisa.
Sibling name ideas for Cherisa
Same era and popularity as Cherisa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Cherisa?
Cherisa has been given to 178 babies in the U.S. since 1966. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Cherisa peak?
Cherisa peaked in 1976, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Cherisa a girl or boy name?
Cherisa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Cherisa are girls).
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