Cherish - Name Meaning and Origin

The girl's name Cherish \ch(e)-ri-sh\ is of English and Old French origin, and its meaning is "to treasure, care for; dear". Modern coinage based on Cheryth and the word "cherish" from Old French "cherir", a derivative of "cher".

For more information, see also the related name Cher.

A baby name that sounds like Cherish is Shericia. Other similar baby names are Cherise and Cherisa.

Cherish is a common female first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Cherish. Click here to compare Cherish with related baby names.