Sherri Blackmon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sherri Blackmon — French
96K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sherri Blackmon is a name that combines French origins. The first name Sherri is a feminine given name of French origin. Sherri is a feminine given name likely inspired by the French chérie, meaning darling (from the past participle of the verb chérir, to cherish) an English version of the French term of endearment chérie and also associated with the wine sherry. It has also been used as a diminutive of names starting with or containing the sound Cher- or Sher- such as Cheryl, Sharon, Sheryl, or Sherilyn for females. The name was well-used for girls in North America from the mid-1920s through the early 1990s and was at the height of popularity between the mid-1940s and mid-1970s. The surname Blackmon: Barbara Blackmon (born 1955), American politician Brenda Blackmon, American anchor Charlie Blackmon (born 1986), American baseball outfielder Clarence Blackmon (1942–2011), American basketball coach Cliff Blackmon (1914–1995), American baseball pitcher Don Blackmon (born 1958), American football coach player Douglas A. Blackmon (born 1964), American writer and Pulitzer Prize winner Edafe Blackmon (born 1971), African-American actor Edward Blackmon Jr. (born 1947), American attorney and politician Eugene Blackmon Jr. (1959–1988), American firefighter Fred L. Sherri is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 96K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Sherri reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Sherri

French

Sherri is a feminine given name likely inspired by the French chérie, meaning darling (from the past participle of the verb chérir, to cherish) an English version of the French term of endearment chérie and also associated with the wine sherry. It has also been used as a diminutive of names starting with or containing the sound Cher- or Sher- such as Cheryl, Sharon, Sheryl, or Sherilyn for females. The name was well-used for girls in North America from the mid-1920s through the early 1990s and was at the height of popularity between the mid-1940s and mid-1970s.

Surname: Blackmon

English

Barbara Blackmon (born 1955), American politician Brenda Blackmon, American anchor Charlie Blackmon (born 1986), American baseball outfielder Clarence Blackmon (1942–2011), American basketball coach Cliff Blackmon (1914–1995), American baseball pitcher Don Blackmon (born 1958), American football coach player Douglas A. Blackmon (born 1964), American writer and Pulitzer Prize winner Edafe Blackmon (born 1971), African-American actor Edward Blackmon Jr. (born 1947), American attorney and politician Eugene Blackmon Jr. (1959–1988), American firefighter Fred L.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Sherri Blackmon

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 Sherri Blackmon:

4
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Sherri?
The first name Sherri originates from French. Sherri is a feminine given name likely inspired by the French chérie, meaning darling (from the past participle of the verb chérir, to cherish) an English version of the French term of endearment chérie and also associated with the wine sherry. It has also been used as a diminutive of names starting with or containing the sound Cher- or Sher- such as Cheryl, Sharon, Sheryl, or Sherilyn for females. The name was well-used for girls in North America from the mid-1920s through the early 1990s and was at the height of popularity between the mid-1940s and mid-1970s.
When was Sherri most popular?
The name Sherri reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Blackmon?
The surname Blackmon originates from English. Barbara Blackmon (born 1955), American politician Brenda Blackmon, American anchor Charlie Blackmon (born 1986), American baseball outfielder Clarence Blackmon (1942–2011), American basketball coach Cliff Blackmon (1914–1995), American baseball pitcher Don Blackmon (born 1958), American football coach player Douglas A. Blackmon (born 1964), American writer and Pulitzer Prize winner Edafe Blackmon (born 1971), African-American actor Edward Blackmon Jr. (born 1947), American attorney and politician Eugene Blackmon Jr. (1959–1988), American firefighter Fred L.
What are the origins of the name Sherri Blackmon?
The name Sherri Blackmon combines two different traditions: the first name Sherri has French roots, while the surname Blackmon originates from English.
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