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Sherry

A feminine name possibly inspired by the French word chérie meaning 'beloved' or the English word sherry, a fortified wine from the Spanish town of Jerez.

Meaning and origin

Sherry came into popular use during the 1920s as part of a wave of similar-sounding names created for girls.

How to pronounce Sherry

English (US)SHER-ee

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