Cherl
Girl nameCherl has been given to 383 babies in the U.S. since 1944. It peaked in 1962.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
383
Peak year
1962 (24 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1944
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Cherl — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Cherl.
Sibling name ideas for Cherl
Same era and popularity as Cherl, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Cherl?
Cherl has been given to 383 babies in the U.S. since 1944. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Cherl peak?
Cherl peaked in 1962, when 24 babies were given the name.
Is Cherl a girl or boy name?
Cherl is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Cherl are girls).
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