Cherryl, derived from the vibrant fruit it's named after, is an unique and captivating feminine given name. Originating as a variant spelling of 'Cherry', which itself was popularized by the character Cherry Maloney in the 1930s Hollywood film 'Top Hat'. The name Cherryl suggests sweetness, freshness, and a sense of timeless charm.
The name Cherryl experienced significant popularity from the mid-1940s to the late 1960s, with peak years being 1946 and 1947 at 104 and 105 births respectively. After that period, its usage steadily declined, with only single-digit births recorded since 1972, indicating that the name is now quite rare. Over the entire period, a total of 1757 babies were named Cherryl.