Sheryl

Sheryl is a female first name that is considered an English variant of Cheryl as well as a derivative of Sherry. In the German translation, the name means 'the beloved' or 'the love'.

What does the name Sheryl mean?

The name Sheryl, an English variant of Cheryl and a modified form of Sherry, carries the meaning 'the beloved' or 'the love'. Its roots lie in Old French, derived from the word chérie, which means 'beloved', 'love', or 'darling'. Other variants include Sherryl, Sherryline, Sheryline, Sheriece, and Scherrie. A prominent bearer of the name is the American rock singer Sheryl Crow.

Where does the name Sheryl come from?

The origin of the name Sheryl is Old French, with the meaning 'the love' or 'the beloved'. It is derived from the Old French term chérie, which means 'beloved', 'love', or 'darling'. The name is common in the English language.

How do you pronounce Sheryl?

The pronunciation of Sheryl is two syllables and features a clear consonant structure. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Sche-ril' [ˈʃɛʁɪl]. It begins with an open sound that is immediately inviting. The following consonant cluster gives the name a subtle density. The final 'l' provides a soft, slightly lingering finish. Overall, Sheryl conveys a calm and clear impression, soft and stable, with a subtly structured sound.

Popularity

In Germany, Sheryl is a rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,220th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2009 at 2,111th. In the last ten years, Sheryl has been given about 20 times, placing it at 7,036th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,455th.

Famous people

• Sheryl Ann Fenn (American actress)
• Sheryl Bailey (American musician)
• Sheryl Crow (singer)
• Sheryl Cruz (Filipino actress)
• Sheryl Franks (American speed skater)
• Sheryl Lee (American actress)
• Sheryl Lee Ralph (American actress)
• Sheryl Luna (poet from the USA)
• Sheryl McFarlane (Canadian writer)
• Sheryl Morgan (sprinter from the USA)
• Sheryl Munks (Australian actress)
• Sheryl Noethe (American poet)
• Sheryl Pinto (Indian actress)
• Sheryl Rubio (Venezuelan actress)
• Sheryl Sheinafia (Indonesian singer)
• Sheryl St. Germain (American poet)
• Sheryl Swoopes (American basketball player)