Shirley name meaning
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What does Shirley mean?
Originated from Old English, Well-Known and Conifer Shirley means "Shining Meadow or Bright Grassland" used notably in Finnish, Swedish, English, Danish and Norwegian is a gender-neutral name. Durable and Prevailing Shirley is used predominantly in Finnish, Swedish, English, Danish and Norwegian has its origin in Old English and a gender insensitive name, Shirley means "Shining Meadow or Bright Grassland".
Shirley is combination of SKIR and well-known and conifer LEAH, which itself is form of Lea in English language. LEAH is form of Lea in English language, which itself is form of Leah that is usedforeign in French language.
Also LEAH is French cognate of Leah that is usedforeign.
How do I pronounce Shirley?
The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Shirley is sh(ir)-ley. There are multiple ways to say the baby name, i.e., shir-lee.
Variants of Shirley
Cherly, Shirleen, Harley, Arleigh, Arlie, Harleyann
How popular is the name Shirley?
Shirley was among the n extremely popular names in United States. Since emerging in 1880 around 694917 babies have been given the given name. At its zenith in 1935, 42354 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 2nd position.
However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 247 years. In addition to that, the moniker has been in the top 5 baby names 6 times Shirley is common in Ireland where over 1784 new-borns have been given the name since 1964.
At its zenith in 1971, 140 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 64th position. Also, In France, Shirley was once a common name since emerging in 1937 it has been given to over 4485 babies.
When at its peak in 1992,. But after 77 years, the name has lost its appeal a bit and is now ranking low. Also, Shirley used to be a common name in New South Wales, first appeared in 1952 and over 1091 babies have been given the name in 9 years.
At the peak of its usage in 1952,. After 9 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts. Also, Shirley was a common name in Western Australia. Over 1377 babies have been named Shirley since 1930.
At its zenith in 1936,. After 12 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts. In addition to that, the moniker has been in the top 5 baby names 10 times
Shirley is a familiar baby name in Belgium, it has been in use since 1995 and was able to reach the top 300 names.
In 1995, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 210 on girl names chart when 54 babies were given the name Shirley. Over 515 babies in Belgium have been named Shirley.
Also, during its short run of just 5 years in Queensland, it had made it to the top 100 names. In 1960, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 61 on girl names chart when 60 babies were given the name Shirley.
There are over 244 babies that have been given the name Shirley in Queensland.
Shirley is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, even after 22 years of presence it could not make beyond the top 2000.
There are over 220 babies that have been given the name Shirley in England and Wales. However things change on global perspective, Shirley is extremely popular in Brazil where every 1 in 2000 have the name as well as in England.
Also the baby name is popular in Philippines, Canada, South Africa, Ghana, Ecuador, Colombia, Australia, Peru, Costa Rica, Malaysia, Bolivia, New Zealand, Scotland, Netherlands, Wales and Jamaica. At least, 1420000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our evaluation.
| Year | Boys | Girls | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | Births | Rank | Births | |
| 2018 | 1451 | 150 | ||
| 2017 | 1266 | 184 | ||
| 2016 | 1381 | 168 | ||
| 2015 | 1306 | 181 | ||
| 2014 | 1202 | 202 | ||
Facts
Shirley in Nordic countries
| Countries | Men | Women | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Name | Secondary Name | First Name | Secondary Name | |
 | 0 | 36 | 4324 | 588 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 82 |
What numbers say about Shirley?
You practically became the Superman you once admired. You are dedicated to your career more than you are dedicated to your personal life. You can easily adapt to new people and new environments. Every challenge is there to sharpen your focus and improve your survival skills. You are ambitious and courageous. You lack adventure. You are attentive to details and small things can annoy you because you know that they matter the most.
Looking for a name like Shirley? Please go through the following names
- Rebecca - Origin of Darling and Perpetual Rebecca is in Hebrew is a gender insensitive name, meaning of Rebecca is "Noose, Captivating or To Tie" is used in French, Swedish and English. On the list of baby girl names, renowned Rebecca managed to reach 214 in year 2018 in United States
- Monica - Preeminent and Ceaseless Monicas origin is Latin and Old Greek, meaning of Monica is "Saint or Monk" and is used for both sexes is largely used in Gujarati and English
- Rodney - Meaning of Rodney is Hrodas Island, Hroda's Island or Glory or King is predominantly used in Norwegian and Danish and is bestowed upon both genders is originated from Old English and German
- Joanne - Illustrous and Venerable unisex name Joanne came from Hebrew, meaning of Joanne is "God is Merciful, Variant of Joan or Yahweh is Gracious" is used in Norwegian, Finnish and Danish languages
- Beth - Outstanding and Ever lasting unisex name Beth means "House of God or My God has Sworn" that of Hebrew origin is used commonly in Norwegian, Danish and English
Middle names for Shirley
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Famous people named Shirley
- Shirley MacLaine, American film, television, and theater actress, singer
- Shirley Verrett, African-American operatic mezzo-soprano
- Shirley Robertson, Scottish sailor and Olympic gold medallist
- Shirley Brooks, journalist and novelist
- Shirley Solomon, Canadian television talk show host
- Shirley Martin, former Canadian politician
- Shirley Graham Du Bois, American author, playwright, composer
- Shirley Corriher, biochemist and author of 'CookWise: The Hows and Whys of Successful Cooking'
- Shirley Sargent, historian of the Yosemite area
- Shirley Clarke, American experimental and independent filmmaker
- Shirley Geok-lin Lim, was born in Malacca Malaysia
- Shirley Haig, member of the national team that finished sixth at the 1984 Summer Olympics
- Shirley Abicair, Australian-born singer, musician, TV personality
- Shirley Conran, British novelist and journalist
- Shirley McKie, former Scottish police detective
- Shirley Griffith, American blues singer and guitarist
- Shirley Pearce, British academic and psychologist
- Shirley Cawley, British athlete
- Shirley Miranda-Rodriguez, New York-based editorial and commercial still and motion photographer and media producer
- Shirley Timm-Rudolph, former politician in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
- Shirley Polykoff, pioneering woman in American advertising raising
- Shirley Russell, American artist best
- Shirley Webb, British former hammer thrower and performer
- Shirley Becke, British police officer
- Shirley Barber, English children's author and illustrator
- Shirley Dean, American politician
- Shirley Bassey, Welsh singer whose career began
- Shirley Jackson, American writer
- Shirley Ann Jackson, American physicist
- Shirley Jones, American singer and actress
- Shirley Childress Saxton, African-American sign language instructor and interpreter
- Shirley Williams, British politician and academic
- Shirley Booth, American stage, film, radio and television actress
- Shirley Crabtree, Shirley Crabtree Jr
- Shirley M. Tilghman, North American scholar
- Shirley Porter, British politician
- Shirley Strickland, Australian athlete
- Shirley Manson, Scottish singer, songwriter, record producer
- Shirley Chisholm, American politician, educator, and author
- Shirley Caesar, American Gospel music singer
- Shirley Muldowney, American auto racer
- Shirley Ellis, American soul music singer and songwriter of West Indian origin
- Shirley Temple, American actress, singer, dancer, businesswoman
- Shirley Franklin, American politician
- Shirley Collins, significant contributor to the English Folk Revival of the 1960s and 1970s
- Shirley Strum Kenny, English scholar and retired university president
- Shirley Douglas, Canadian television
- Shirley Hufstedler, American lawyer and judge
- Shirley Dinsdale, American ventriloquist and television and radio personality of the 1940s and early 1950s
- Shirley Ann Grau, American writer
- Shirley Rhodes in Episode #1.2 as Miscellaneous Crew
- Shirley English in Carry on Matron as Actress
- Shirley Tegge in Don Juan and the Starlets as Actress
- Shirley Marchant in Time After Time as Actress
- Shirley McQueen in The Messengers as Actress
- Shirley Ross in Night Vision as Actress
- Shirley Anthony in Nine to Five as Actress
- Shirley Dalmas in Your Service as Actress
- Shirley Ardell Mason was a psychiatric patient and American commercial artist, whose life was documented in 1973 in Flora's novel Sybil, which was dramatized in two films of the same name in 1976 and 2007. Both the book and the films
- Shirley Blanco, from 1994 thriller flick Foreign Bodies, who portrayed the Joy.
- Shirley Cheechoo, from 2000 drama flick Backroads, who played the Ruby.
- In 1974, Shirley Corrigan played the role of Heidi in action, drama film Xiangang xiao jiao fu.
- Shirley Eaton characterized significant character of Staff Nurse Dorothy Denton in 1959 comedy, romance flick Carry on Nurse.
- In 1982 drama film, Greetings from Wollongong, Shirley Faulkner characterized N.
- Shirley Gale, from 1957 drama movie Uncle Vanya, who characterized the Voinitskaya.
- In 1966, Shirley Gorospe played the role of N in comedy and drama movie 7 gabi sa Hong Kong.
- In 1933, Shirley Grey played the role of Joan Randall in action and adventure film Treason.
- In 1971, Shirley Harmer characterized the role of Coven Member in drama movie Secret Rites.
- In 1919, Shirley Huxley portrayed the role of Jessie Baldwin in drama movie A House Divided.
- In 1934 action and adventure film, 'Neath the Arizona Skies, Shirley Jean Rickert portrayed Nina.
- Shirley Joy played central role of Ann in 1963 family flick The Rescue Squad.
- In 1918 comedy and romance movie, Come on In, Shirley Mason portrayed Emmy Little.
- Shirley Patterson, from 1958 horror and sci-fi flick It! The Terror from Beyond Space, who portrayed Ann Anderson.
- In 1974, Shirley Washington portrayed the role of Mrs. Jefferson in action and adventure film Bamboo Gods and Iron Men.
- Shirley Whitney characterized significant character of Ruth Morgan in 1954 action and adventure movie Riding with Buffalo Bill.
- In 1973, Shirley Wong portrayed the role of N in film Wang ming lang zi.
- In 1956 fantasy, romance film, Byaku fujin no yoren, Shirley Yamaguchi portrayed Madam White.
- Shirley Yim, from 1981 comedy, romance flick Gong zi jiao, who portrayed Tai Shui.
- In 1977, Shirley Yu portrayed the role of Chin Lien in comedy film Chu nu shen shi chai bai dang.
- Shirley Rogers, from 1965 film The Lift, who portrayed Fanny.
- Shirley Boyd characterized vital role of Sybil in 1967 movie Spiked Heels and Black Nylons.
- Shirley Alves, from 1957 comedy movie Casei-me com um Xavante, who portrayed N.
- In 2002 crime and drama film, Better Luck Tomorrow, Shirley Anderson portrayed Hot Dog Planet Customer.
- Shirley Rumierk, from 2016 crime, drama film 11:55, who characterized Livvy.
- Shirley Rodriguez, from 1958 drama, romance flick Hanggang sa dulo ng daigdig, who played N.
- In 1982 comedy movie, Cara Hebat Ikut Penanggulangan Masalah Sosial, Shirley Malinton characterized Lita.
Lists having Shirley
- Boys names beginning with S
- Girls names beginning with S
- American Baby Names
- English Baby Names
- Danish Baby Names
- Finnish Baby Names
- Norwegian Baby Names
- Swedish Baby Names
- Girl names that starts with Shi
- Girl names that ends with -ley
- Popular Girl Names in United States (1963)
- Popular Girl Names in Ireland (1976)
- Popular Girl Names in New South Wales (1961)
- Popular Girl Names in Queensland (1965)
- Popular Girl Names in Western Australia (1948)
- Baby Names that mean Shining
- Baby Names that mean Meadow
- Baby Names that mean Bright
- Baby Names that mean Country
- Baby Names that mean Clearing
