The name Sherald is of American origin, derived from the combination of two popular names, Sherman and Gerald. It emerged in the mid-20th century as a unique blend of these two names. The name gained popularity during the 1950s to 1970s but has since become less common. Sherald is often associated with individuals born in this era or those who wish to bear a distinctive, vintage name.
The name Sherald experienced a gradual increase in popularity between 1947 and 1953, peaking at 10 births in both 1953 and 1955. However, there was a decline thereafter, with only 5 births recorded in 1965. Overall, there were 110 babies named Sherald between 1947 and 1965.