Cherelle
French · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Cherelle
The name Cherelle is a modern feminine given name, likely a variant of Cheryl, which itself derives from the French name Chérie meaning "darling" or "beloved," ultimately from the Latin *cārus* (dear).
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Etymology
The name Cherelle is a modern feminine given name, likely a variant of Cheryl, which itself derives from the French name Chérie meaning "darling" or "beloved," ultimately from the Latin *cārus* (dear). It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly among African American communities, with no specific religious or notable historical context beyond its emergence as a creative respelling in the 20th century.
Cherelle currently ranks #15,621 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1986.
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