Shley Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSH-lee / ʃliːEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Variant of Ashley; Hebrew: Meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
Shley is a modern variant of the name Ashley, which has English origins. The name Ashley was originally a surname derived from a place name meaning 'ash tree clearing.' In Hebrew, the name can also be interpreted as relating to nature, specifically a meadow. The name has gained popularity in various forms in recent decades.
Trend Summary
The name Shley has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shleigh
- Shaylee
International Variants
- Ashleigh (English)
- Aisling (Irish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shley was first seen in the United States in 1983. Shley has ranked as high as #1125 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Shley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shley (1987)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |