Sherl
Girl nameSherl has been given to 354 babies in the U.S. since 1933. It peaked in 1964.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
354
Peak year
1964 (29 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1933
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
99% girls / 1% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Sherl — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Sherl.
Sibling name ideas for Sherl
Same era and popularity as Sherl, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Sherl?
Sherl has been given to 354 babies in the U.S. since 1933. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Sherl peak?
Sherl peaked in 1964, when 29 babies were given the name.
Is Sherl a girl or boy name?
Sherl is primarily a girl name (99% of babies named Sherl are girls).
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