Cheryl is a popular given name of American origin, derived from the Old English word "ceorl," which translates to "free man" or "farmworker." The name Cheryl gained significant popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century and has since been widely used as both a first name and a middle name. It is often associated with the era of its peak usage, lending it a certain vintage charm for some. Cheryl can also be spelled with various alternative spellings such as Sheryl or Cheryll, offering parents more options when choosing this name for their child.
The name Cheyrl appears to have been quite popular from the mid-1940s to the early 1960s, with a peak in popularity during the late 1940s and early 1950s. The years with the highest number of births were 1947 and 1956, both with 13 births each.