Sherrilyn
About Sherrilyn
Sherrilyn is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Sheryl, which itself is a diminutive of Cheryl. The name has English origins and gained modest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. With its distinctive spelling featuring the double 'r' and 'l', Sherrilyn offers a more elaborate alternative to simpler forms like Sherry or Sheryl. The name peaked in usage during the 1960s and 1970s but has since become less common. Sherrilyn carries connotations of brightness and charm, with the 'lyn' suffix adding a touch of elegance. Today, it's considered somewhat vintage and is chosen by parents seeking a name with familiar sounds but a distinctive appearance.
Pronounced SHER-i-lin.
As of October 2026, Sherrilyn ranked #16814 in US births in 2006 SSA, peaked at #1750 in 1947.
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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
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| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Sherrilyn on lists
Famous Sherrilyns
- Sherrilyn Kenyon
American fantasy writer