Cherono is a Kalenjin name from Kenya, meaning “Born near a water source.”

Meaning & Origin
Cherono is traditionally given to girls born near a river, lake, or other water bodies as a way to honor their birthplace.

Clan History & Notable People
The name Cherono is common among the Kalenjin people, a Nilotic ethnic group in Kenya. Notable individuals include Gladys Cherono, a world-class Kenyan marathon runner.