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Cherrish

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Pronounced CHAIR-ish /ˈtʃɛr.ɪʃ/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Cherish, from the word cherish ('to hold dear; treasure'), via Old French cherir. A warm virtue/word name.Low

In 30 seconds: A tender word-name: Cherrish spells Cherish, 'to hold dear' (said 'CHAIR-ish'). Warm and affectionate.
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Origin MediumEnglish, French
MeaningA spelling of Cherish, from the word cherish ('to hold dear; treasure'), via Old French cherir. A warm virtue/word name.
U.S. rank (2024)#12388 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2006
Total births (all-time)≈ 588

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201219712024

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

Cherrish spells Cherish, from cherish ('to hold dear; treasure'), via Old French cherir. A tender virtue/word name, it reads warm - rare in the U.S. in this spelling (said 'CHAIR-ish').

It appears rarely, next to Cherish. Rare, tender, and warm.

Did you know? Cherrish is a spelling of Cherish, from the word cherish ('to hold dear; treasure'), via Old French - a warm, affectionate virtue/word name (said 'CHAIR-ish').
Overall data confidence 44%
References - Cherrish — Cherish variant; word-name 'to hold dear'

Variations

CherishCherishaSherish

Nicknames

CherRish

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cherrish mean?

Cherrish is a spelling of Cherish, from the word cherish ('to hold dear; treasure').

How do you pronounce Cherrish?

It's said CHAIR-ish /ˈtʃɛr.ɪʃ/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Cherrish a boy or girl name?

Cherrish is a girl's name.

How popular is Cherrish?

Cherrish is a rare name in the U.S.

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