Cheralyn is a unique and captivating female given name of unknown etymology, possibly a blend of two names. It starts with the sound 'che', as heard in words like 'cherry' and 'charm', suggesting sweetness and allure. The middle syllable '-ra-' flows smoothly from the first, creating a sense of continuity and harmony. The final syllable '-lyn' ends the name on a soft, lyrical note, similar to names like Lynette or Cheryl. Cheralyn is often associated with creativity and individuality due to its unconventional origin.
The name Cheralyn experienced fluctuations in popularity throughout the decades, with peaks occurring primarily in the late 70s and early 80s. Its most notable years were 1972 with a high of 15 births and 1980 with 8 births. After 1993, there were no recorded births with this name, suggesting it may have fallen out of favor or become quite rare. Overall, the name Cheralyn was given to 144 babies across these years.