Sherri Tilson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sherri Tilson — French
96K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sherri Tilson 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 Tilson: Charles Henry Tilson Marshall (1841–1927), British Army Officer, serving in the Punjab, India Charles Tilson-Chowne (1881-?), British stage and film actor Charlie Tilson (born 1992), American baseball player David Tilson (born 1941), politician in Ontario, Canada Fred Tilson (1904–1972), association football player for Manchester City and England George Tilson (1672–1738), British civil servant, long-serving Under-Secretary of State in the Foreign Office Jake Tilson (born 1958) British artist Joe Tilson (artist) (1928–2023) British artist John Q. 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: Tilson

English

Charles Henry Tilson Marshall (1841–1927), British Army Officer, serving in the Punjab, India Charles Tilson-Chowne (1881-?), British stage and film actor Charlie Tilson (born 1992), American baseball player David Tilson (born 1941), politician in Ontario, Canada Fred Tilson (1904–1972), association football player for Manchester City and England George Tilson (1672–1738), British civil servant, long-serving Under-Secretary of State in the Foreign Office Jake Tilson (born 1958) British artist Joe Tilson (artist) (1928–2023) British artist John Q.

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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 Tilson

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 Tilson:

4
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Tilson?
The surname Tilson originates from English. Charles Henry Tilson Marshall (1841–1927), British Army Officer, serving in the Punjab, India Charles Tilson-Chowne (1881-?), British stage and film actor Charlie Tilson (born 1992), American baseball player David Tilson (born 1941), politician in Ontario, Canada Fred Tilson (1904–1972), association football player for Manchester City and England George Tilson (1672–1738), British civil servant, long-serving Under-Secretary of State in the Foreign Office Jake Tilson (born 1958) British artist Joe Tilson (artist) (1928–2023) British artist John Q.
What are the origins of the name Sherri Tilson?
The name Sherri Tilson combines two different traditions: the first name Sherri has French roots, while the surname Tilson originates from English.
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