Sharyl is a feminine given name and a variant of Cheryl, which itself is an elaboration of Cherie, possibly influenced by Beryl. The name Cheryl gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in America, helped by actress Cheryl Walker (1918–1971). Sharyl, being a spelling variation, follows this trend. Unlike Cheryl, which peaked in the 1950s, Sharyl remains relatively rare. Related variant forms include Cheri, Cherie, Cherryl, Sheree, and Sherie, as well as the diminutives Cher and Cherette.