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Name Origin

Sherry is a feminine given name that originated as a diminutive of the surname Sheridan. Sheridan itself has Irish origins, derived from the Gaelic phrase 'Ó Siadhain', meaning 'descendant of Siadhan'. Siadhan was likely a personal name, and while its precise meaning is debated, it's often associated with 'little falcon' or 'hawk-like'.

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Famous People

Sherry Lansing (1944-)

Film executive

  • First female head of a major Hollywood studio (Paramount Pictures)
  • Oversaw the production of numerous successful films including 'Forrest Gump,' 'Titanic,' and 'Braveheart'

Sherry Turkle

Sociologist and psychologist

  • Pioneer in the study of human-computer interaction
  • Author of influential books on technology and society, including 'Alone Together' and 'Reclaiming Conversation'