Sherri
Hebrew
"a plain"
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Sherri Origin and Meaning
The name Sherri is a girl's name.
Sherri is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Sharon or Sheridan. With Hebrew roots, it connects to Sharon, meaning 'a fertile plain' in ancient Israel. Popular during the 1950s through the 1970s in the United States, Sherri reached its peak in 1962, reflecting the mid-century preference for friendly, accessible names ending in 'i' or 'y.' The name has a warm, approachable quality that evokes the optimistic spirit of its heyday. Though less common for newborns today, Sherri maintains a clear identity and unpretentious charm. The name's simple spelling and pronunciation give it an straightforward appeal, while its vintage quality connects it to a specific cultural moment in American naming traditions.
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Sherri Rank in US Top 1000
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Famous People Named Sherri
- Sherri Evonne ShepherdAmerican TV personality
- Sherri MartelAmerican pro wrestler
- Sherri SteinhauerAmerican pro golfer
- Sherri SaumAmerican actress
The name Sherri in Pop Culture
- Sherri Maltbycharacter on TV's "Desperate Housewives"
- Sherri Mackleberrycharacter on TV's "The Simpsons," twin sister of Terri
- Sherri "Cherry" Valancecharacter in the book "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton