Girl Name
Shirley
"Bright clearing or from the bright meadow. Symbolizes illumination and openness."
Ranked #1453 for girls
About the Name Shirley
Meaning
Bright clearing or from the bright meadow. Symbolizes illumination and openness.
Origin
Old EnglishGender
Girl
First Letter
SGirl Rank
#1453
Shirley is a girl name of Old English origin. The name means "Bright clearing or from the bright meadow. Symbolizes illumination and openness." and Currently ranked #1453 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with S or explore other Old English names.
Popularity Over Time
#109429 1950
#38386 1960
#10623 1970
#5125 1980
#3704 1990
#2734 2000
#1752 2010
#666 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Shirley
- SM Shirley MacLaine (actress)
- ST Shirley Temple (actress/dancer)