Cheryl Dube

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cheryl Dube — beloved
488K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cheryl Dube is a name that combines French origins. The first name Cheryl is a feminine given name of French origin. Cheryl is a feminine given name with multiple origins. The name might have originated as a combination of the name Beryl with the prefix Cher- from the French chérie, meaning darling (from the past participle of the verb chérir, to cherish). The name has also been considered a variant of Charles, which is pronounced SHARL in French. Cheryl has been in use as a feminine name since the early 19th century. It came into greater use in the 1920s and was at the height of popularity between 1944 and 1979. It has many spelling variations. It has also been in rare use as a masculine name. The surname Dube: Michelle Dubé, Canadian news anchor Jonathan Dube, online journalist Phesheya Dube, Swazi journalist Jean Dubé (musician) (born 1981), French pianist Lucky Philip Dube (1964–2007), South African reggae musician Antoine Dubé (born 1947), Quebec member of the Canadian House of Commons Christian Dubé (politician) (born 1956), Quebec MNA Claire L'Heureux-Dubé (born 1927), justice on the Supreme Court of Canada Fernand Dubé (1928–1999), New Brunswick politician Jabulani Dube (died 2013), Zimbabwean politician Jean F. Cheryl is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 488K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Cheryl reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Cheryl

Meaning: beloved

French

Cheryl is a feminine given name with multiple origins. The name might have originated as a combination of the name Beryl with the prefix Cher- from the French chérie, meaning darling (from the past participle of the verb chérir, to cherish). The name has also been considered a variant of Charles, which is pronounced SHARL in French. Cheryl has been in use as a feminine name since the early 19th century. It came into greater use in the 1920s and was at the height of popularity between 1944 and 1979. It has many spelling variations. It has also been in rare use as a masculine name.

Surname: Dube

French

Michelle Dubé, Canadian news anchor Jonathan Dube, online journalist Phesheya Dube, Swazi journalist Jean Dubé (musician) (born 1981), French pianist Lucky Philip Dube (1964–2007), South African reggae musician Antoine Dubé (born 1947), Quebec member of the Canadian House of Commons Christian Dubé (politician) (born 1956), Quebec MNA Claire L'Heureux-Dubé (born 1927), justice on the Supreme Court of Canada Fernand Dubé (1928–1999), New Brunswick politician Jabulani Dube (died 2013), Zimbabwean politician Jean F.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Cheryl is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Cheryl by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Cheryl Dube

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Cheryl Dube:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Cheryl?
The first name Cheryl originates from French. Cheryl is a feminine given name with multiple origins. The name might have originated as a combination of the name Beryl with the prefix Cher- from the French chérie, meaning darling (from the past participle of the verb chérir, to cherish). The name has also been considered a variant of Charles, which is pronounced SHARL in French. Cheryl has been in use as a feminine name since the early 19th century. It came into greater use in the 1920s and was at the height of popularity between 1944 and 1979. It has many spelling variations. It has also been in rare use as a masculine name.
When was Cheryl most popular?
The name Cheryl reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dube?
The surname Dube originates from French. Michelle Dubé, Canadian news anchor Jonathan Dube, online journalist Phesheya Dube, Swazi journalist Jean Dubé (musician) (born 1981), French pianist Lucky Philip Dube (1964–2007), South African reggae musician Antoine Dubé (born 1947), Quebec member of the Canadian House of Commons Christian Dubé (politician) (born 1956), Quebec MNA Claire L'Heureux-Dubé (born 1927), justice on the Supreme Court of Canada Fernand Dubé (1928–1999), New Brunswick politician Jabulani Dube (died 2013), Zimbabwean politician Jean F.
How common is the surname Dube?
The surname Dube is shared by approximately 9K people worldwide.
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