Feminine dossier · first seen 1941
Cherilyn
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1972
Peak births
161
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen X
1941Peak 19722025
Quick answers about Cherilyn
How many people are named Cherilyn?
An estimated 2,077 living Americans are named Cherilyn.
How rare is Cherilyn?
Cherilyn is very rare among babies today, with 5 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 96.9% from its 1972 peak.
How old is the typical Cherilyn?
The median age of a living American named Cherilyn is approximately 52 years, with most bearers falling between 45 and 63 years old.
Is Cherilyn still popular?
Yes. Cherilyn is holding steady, with 5 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1972
Decline from peak
96.9%
2025
5
All-time
2,363