Sherry, of French origin, is derived from the word 'cheri', meaning 'darling' or 'dear'. It gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the mid-20th century and has since been associated with warmth and affection.
"The name Sherry experienced significant popularity during the mid-20th century, particularly between 1942 and 1968, with peaks of 38 births in 1962 and an average of over 20 births per year during this period. However, its usage declined thereafter, dropping to single digits by the late 1970s and remaining low since."