UK girl's name
Cherice
A feminine name of French origin meaning "beloved".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Cherice is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Cherice popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5785, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 10 births.
This profile covers 28 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 1997 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 28 living people in the UK are called Cherice. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Cherice ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 10 girls were registered as Cherice.
- • About 28 living people in the UK are estimated to have Cherice as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5785
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
10 births
Estimated living
28
2026
Meaning
What does Cherice mean?
The name Cherice is believed to have its origins in the French language, derived from the Old French word "cherir," which means "to cherish" or "to hold dear." This name first gained popularity during the Middle Ages in France and surrounding regions.
Cherice is a feminine form of the masculine name Chéri, which was initially used as a term of endearment or a pet name for a loved one. The name's association with affection and cherishing likely contributed to its adoption as a given name for girls.
While there are no known historical references to the name Cherice in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is possible that the name was used informally or within certain communities before becoming more widely documented.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cherice can be found in the 17th century French play "Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme" by Molière, where a character bears this name. However, it is uncertain whether this was a fictional character or a real person the playwright had in mind.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Cherice. One such figure was Cherice Booth (1938-2018), an American actress known for her roles in television shows like "Room 222" and "The Jeffersons." Another notable Cherice was Cherice Baptiste (born 1977), a former professional basketball player who represented the British Virgin Islands in international competitions.
In the literary world, Cherice Graves (born 1947) is an African American author and educator, known for her works exploring themes of race, identity, and cultural heritage. Cherice Mastin (born 1992) is a contemporary American singer and songwriter who has released several albums and gained recognition in the music industry.
Lastly, Cherice Moninger (born 1976) is an American entrepreneur and businesswoman who co-founded the successful online clothing retailer Womensfere, catering to plus-size fashion.
These individuals, spanning various fields and time periods, have helped to popularize and maintain the name Cherice throughout history, each contributing to its unique legacy and cultural significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Cherice over time
The chart below shows babies named Cherice registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Cherice, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2011, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Cherice by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Cherice was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5785 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3659 | 12 | 3 |
| 1990s | #2783 | 13 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Cherice
- Chloe 111,265
- Charlotte 88,733
- Caitlin 28,931
- Courtney 23,162
- Chelsea 13,049
- Clara 9,435
- Connie 8,402
- Catherine 8,376
- Charlie 7,964
- Cerys 7,506
- Casey 7,018
- Cara 6,375
FAQ
Cherice: questions and answers
How popular is the name Cherice in the UK right now?
In 2011, Cherice was ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Cherice most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 10 babies registered as Cherice in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Cherice?
A feminine name of French origin meaning "beloved".
How many people are called Cherice in the UK?
A total of 28 babies have been registered as Cherice across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.