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Sheri

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Pronounced SHER-ee /ˈʃɛr.i/High

Meaning: A spelling of Sherry, itself linked to the French cherie, 'dear; darling; beloved' (and to the wine name). A warm mid-century favorite.Low

In 30 seconds: A warm vintage name: Sheri echoes the French for 'dear; darling' (said 'SHER-ee'). Friendly and mid-century.
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Origin MediumEnglish, French
MeaningA spelling of Sherry, itself linked to the French cherie, 'dear; darling; beloved' (and to the wine name). A warm mid-century favorite.
U.S. rank (2023)#9511 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1963
Total births (all-time)≈ 60,457

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196319282023

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

Sheri is a form of Sherry/Cherie, from the French cherie, 'dear; darling.' It reads warm and vintage, a favorite of the mid-1900s — rarer now in the U.S. (said 'SHER-ee').

It appears only rarely today, past its mid-century peak. Rare, warm, and vintage.

Did you know? Sheri is a spelling of Sherry, tied to the French cherie, 'dear; darling; beloved' — a warm, friendly name with a mid-century glow (said 'SHER-ee').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Sheri — Sherry/Cherie; French 'dear; darling'

Variations

SherryCheriSherrie

Nicknames

SherRee

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Sherry— the standard spelling
Cheri— the French cousin form
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Kerri— a like warm -i pick

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sheri mean?

Sheri is a form of Sherry/Cherie, tied to the French cherie, 'dear; darling; beloved.'

How do you pronounce Sheri?

It's said SHER-ee /ˈʃɛr.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Sheri a boy or girl name?

Sheri is a girl's name.

How popular is Sheri?

Sheri is a rare name today, past its mid-century peak.

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