Cherylyn

Variation of Cheryl, compound name, blending Cheryl and Lyn

"beloved lake; beloved and pretty"

Cherylyn Origin and Meaning

The name Cherylyn is a girl's name.

Cherylyn is a feminine name that evolved as an elaborate variation of Cheryl, which itself derives from the French name Cherie, meaning 'darling' or 'beloved.' The addition of the '-lyn' suffix follows a naming pattern popular in the mid-20th century, adding a more distinctive and feminine quality. Cherylyn gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s when similar names with the '-lyn' ending were fashionable. While never reaching the top popularity charts, it appealed to parents seeking a more unique alternative to the more common Cheryl. Today, Cherylyn has a vintage quality that distinguishes it while maintaining its sweet meaning and melodic sound.