Dear or beloved
A modern elaboration of the French word 'chérie', meaning darling or dear. It emerged as a rhythmic variation of Cherie or Cherry, influenced by the suffix patterns of names like Clarisse or Bernice.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Cherisse in 2025.
British drummer known for playing with Simple Minds
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).