Shernita
Girl nameShernita has been given to 136 babies in the U.S. since 1961. It peaked in 1973.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
136
Peak year
1973 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1961
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shernita — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shernita.
Sibling name ideas for Shernita
Same era and popularity as Shernita, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shernita?
Shernita has been given to 136 babies in the U.S. since 1961. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shernita peak?
Shernita peaked in 1973, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Shernita a girl or boy name?
Shernita is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Shernita are girls).
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