Cheryla
SHER-ə-lə
Cheryla is a girl’s name of French origin, meaning “A variation of Cheryl, which is of French origin and means 'beloved' or 'darling'. It's a modern elaboration with the added 'a'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1949.
What Cheryla Means
“A variation of Cheryl, which is of French origin and means 'beloved' or 'darling'. It's a modern elaboration with the added 'a'.”
The Story of Cheryla
This name is a gentle elaboration, a feminized echo of 'beloved' that graced the charts for just a single year.
Cheryla surfaced in 1949, a distinct variation of Cheryl, which itself derives from the French 'cherie', meaning 'beloved' or 'darling'. The added 'a' lends it a slightly softer, more resonant quality.
When you say Cheryla, you are invoking a sense of profound love and gentleness. This name is for your daughter whose kind heart and sweet nature will be evident from the very start.
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Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1949
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1949
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