Cher Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cher Name at a Glance

Name	Cher
Meaning	Variant of Cherie 'Dear one;darling'.
Origin	French
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Cher Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cher means “Variant of Cherie 'Dear one;darling”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Cher Name Origin

Our database records Cher under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Cher a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Cher is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Cher

When considering Cher for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.