All about the name

Sherrelle

Female

« Sherrelle is an African American coinage from mid-20th century, likely inspired by names like Shirley or Sheryl. »

#17662 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Sherrelle is a unique and distinctive female given name of African American origin. It was created during the mid-20th century as part of the trend for parents to coin new names for their children, particularly among the Black community in the United States. The exact meaning and inspiration behind Sherrelle are unclear, as it appears to be a coined name rather than one derived from any specific language or culture. However, some people associate it with the elements "Sher" or "Shir," which can be linked to names like Shirley or Sheryl, implying that it might have been inspired by those names or similar ones. There is no significant historical figure or biblical character associated with the name Sherrelle. It appears to have been created purely as a novel and unique choice for a baby girl's name during its period of popularity in the mid-20th century. Today, Sherrelle remains relatively rare, but it can still be found among African American communities and those who appreciate uncommon and distinctive names. As with many coined names, its meaning is largely what the bearer makes of it, allowing for a great deal of personal interpretation and attachment to the name.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Sherrelle since 1880

Total births
237
Total since 1880
Peak year
1988
32 births
in 1994
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years