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Cherilyn

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Pronounced CHER-uh-lin /ˈtʃɛr.ɪ.lɪn/Medium

Meaning: Cherilyn is a mid-century American coinage joining Cheryl (itself from Cherie, 'dear one,' or Charlotte) with the -lyn ending. It is best known as the birth name of the singer Cher (Cherilyn Sarkisian).Low

In 30 seconds: A sweet three-beat name: Cherilyn blends Cheryl and Lyn — and it's the birth name of Cher (said 'CHER-uh-lin'). Warm and vintage.
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningCherilyn is a mid-century American coinage joining Cheryl (itself from Cherie, 'dear one,' or Charlotte) with the -lyn ending. It is best known as the birth name of the singer Cher (Cherilyn Sarkisian).
U.S. rank (2016)#16798 ↗ Rising
2016 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1972
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,358

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197219412016

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Cherilyn arose as a mid-century American blend of Cheryl and the -lyn ending, with a soft echo of the French 'cherie,' dear one. Its best-known bearer is the singer and actress Cher, born Cherilyn Sarkisian. It reads warm, retro, and gentle (said 'CHER-uh-lin').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. today. Rare, vintage, and sweet.

Did you know? Cherilyn is the birth name of the singer Cher — a Cheryl-plus-Lyn coinage carrying a hint of the French 'cherie,' dear one (said 'CHER-uh-lin').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Cherilyn — Cheryl + Lyn coinage; Cher's birth name

Variations

CherilynnCherylynSharilyn

Nicknames

CherLyn

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If you like Cherilyn…

Cheryl— the name behind the blend
Cherie— the 'dear one' sound it echoes
Sherilyn— a like spelling of the same idea
Carolyn— a like classic -lyn choice

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cherilyn mean?

Cherilyn is a blend of Cheryl and the -lyn ending, with an echo of the French 'cherie,' dear one; it is famously the birth name of the singer Cher.

How do you pronounce Cherilyn?

It's said CHER-uh-lin /ˈtʃɛr.ɪ.lɪn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Cherilyn a boy or girl name?

Cherilyn is a girl's name.

How popular is Cherilyn?

Cherilyn is rare for girls in the U.S. today, with a vintage feel.

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