Cherry

Female

Meaning

Cherry Fruit

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈtʃɛri/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Say hello the Cherry, a name that's ripe with charm and sweetness.

It makes me think of Cherry Valance from The Outsiders, and the classic song Cherry Bomb by The Runaways. It's a name that's both playful and bold, just like your furry friend.

Another great piece of significance is that cherries symbolize good fortune in some cultures. In that way, naming your dog Cherry could bring a little extra luck into your life.

And let's not forget how great a conversation starter Cherry would be at the dog park. "Why did you name your dog Cherry?" "Well, she's sweet, she's bright, and she's the cherry on top of my life!"

So, if you have a furry redhead or just a pup that's extra sweet, I highly recommend the name Cherry.

Traits associated with the name Cherry:

Dogs named Cherry tend to be loving, and good-natured. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, empathy, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Cherry?

That you have a creative and unique sense of style. You may also be a fan of the color red or have a fondness for cherries.

Is Cherry a good dog name?

Cherry has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Cherry is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!

Popularity: Overall

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Cherry is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Cherry outranks the great majority of names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Cherry was, in the past month, the 372nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Cherry is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Cherry was viewed 109 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Cherry's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Cherry is most adored in Utah, Michigan and Hawaii.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Oklahoma and New Mexico.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Cherry.

Most popular breeds named Cherry:

  1. Chihuahua
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. German Shepherd
  4. American Pitbull Terrier
  5. Pomeranian

Cherry is found in these categories:

food dog names
food

Named after a sweet, edible fruit enjoyed by many.

cute dog names
cute

Evokes sweetness and playfulness, reminiscent of a beloved fruit.

dessert dog names
dessert

This name is inspired by a sweet, red fruit often used in pies and treats.

nature dog names
nature

Cherries are a type of fruit, which grows naturally on trees.

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Cherry dog name meaning

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Question which one I thought about it was based off of Cherry (New Mexico, United States)
My dogs name is chio
January 03, 2023

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Madeline (Victoria, Australia)
Cherry is a good name, we have a black English Staffy puppy named Cherry. <3 UwU
December 11, 2022

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