Sheri is a feminine given name in English, primarily considered a variant form of Sherry. The name Sherry itself has dual possible origins: it may be derived from the French word chérie, meaning "darling" or "beloved," or it may originate from the English word sherry, a type of fortified wine named after the Spanish town of Jerez. Sherry came into popular use during the 1920s, inspired by other similar-sounding names and by Colette's novels Chéri (1920, English translation 1929) and The Last of Chéri (1926, English translation 1932), in which the name is masculine. Additionally, Sherry coincides with an Irish surname, an Anglicized form of Gaelic Mac Searraigh, derived from the byname Searrach meaning "foal." Sheri shares its etymology with related spellings such as Shari, Sheree, Sherie, Sherri, and Sherrie, all of which are variants of Sherry. The name has been borne by several notable figures, including Sheri S. Tepper (1929–2016), an American author known for science fiction and feminist themes; Sheri L. Dew (born c. 1954), a Latter-day Saint leader and author; Sheri Moon (born 1970), an American actress known for horror films; and Sheri Sam (born 1974), a professional basketball player. Other bearers include Sheri Anderson, American TV writer; Sheri Everts, academic administrator; Sheri Forde, Canadian sports reporter; Sheri Krams, immunologist; Sheri Graner Ray, video game designer; and Sheri Reynolds, novelist. The name Sheri, like its variants, enjoyed popularity in mid-20th-century English-speaking countries, especially in the United States. Its charm lies in the affectionate French meaning of "beloved" and the melodic sound that fits into trends of names ending in -i or -y. Meaning: Variant of Sherry; possibly "darling" or "wine," or Irish Gaelic "foal". Origin: English, with French and Irish influences. Type: Feminine given name. Usage: English-speaking countries.