The village was first mentioned as Chery in a charter in 1273, its name is derived from Old Slavic "cěrъ"/Slovak "cer"/Hungarian "cser" (the Hungarian word is derived from the Slavic one), which means Turkey oak. It had Slovak inhabitants. The village became deserted in the beginning of 15th century. It became peopled again only after Hussite struggles. The local population converted into Lutheran faith in 16th century. Present Lutheran church was built between 1855 and 1859.