Cherrye

Cherrye is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Cherry, which derives from the English word for the fruit. Like many fruit-inspired names, it emerged as a given name during the late 19th and early 20th centuries when nature-based names became fashionable. The unconventional spelling with the double 'r' and final 'e' gives the name a distinctive, stylized quality while maintaining the sweet, pleasant associations of the standard form. Cherrye peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s but has since become quite rare. The name evokes images of the bright red fruit, suggesting sweetness, vibrancy, and natural beauty. Some parents may choose it for its vintage charm, cheerful connotations, or to honor a family member with a similar name.

Pronounced CHER-ee.

As of October 2026, Cherrye ranked #6706 in US births in 1961 SSA, peaked at #4563 in 1952.