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Cherise

Girl name · 35 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Cherise: 35 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 1990.

Cherise is a modern elaboration of the French name Chérie, meaning "darling" or "beloved," ultimately from the Latin *cārus* (dear). It emerged in the English-speaking world in the mid-20th century, sharing its romantic essence with Cher and Cherie. Famous bearers include the American singer and actress Cherise Roberts, a founding member of the R&B group Big Brovaz, and the fictional Cherise from the TV series *The Walking Dead*—both giving the name a pop-culture sheen. While no major place carries the name, its root famously inspired the French phrase *ma chérie* ("my dear"). A delightful variant is Sherise, blending the soft "sh" sound with the same loving meaning, and the name enjoyed a modest peak in Scotland during the 1990s.