Shirlee Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHUR-lee / /ˈʃɜrli/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: meadow; Hebrew: song of joy
Historical & Cultural Background
Shirlee is a variant of Shirley, which originated as a surname in England. The name gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century. It is often associated with the English countryside due to its meaning. The Hebrew meaning adds a layer of cultural significance, linking it to joy and celebration.
Trend Summary
Shirlee has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shirley
- Shirlie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shirlee was first seen in the United States in 1915. Shirlee has ranked as high as #549 nationally, which occurred in 1935, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Shirlee has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shirlee (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 31 |
| 1919 | 43 |
| 1920 | 67 |
| 1921 | 91 |
| 1922 | 115 |
| 1923 | 170 |
| 1924 | 194 |
| 1925 | 183 |
| 1926 | 181 |
| 1927 | 185 |
| 1928 | 172 |
| 1929 | 148 |
| 1930 | 147 |
| 1931 | 139 |
| 1932 | 121 |
| 1933 | 129 |
| 1934 | 209 |
| 1935 | 340 |
| 1936 | 195 |
| 1937 | 155 |
| 1938 | 121 |
| 1939 | 129 |
| 1940 | 94 |
| 1941 | 98 |
| 1942 | 115 |
| 1943 | 119 |
| 1944 | 97 |
| 1945 | 97 |
| 1946 | 113 |
| 1947 | 116 |
| 1948 | 96 |
| 1949 | 104 |
| 1950 | 90 |
| 1951 | 104 |
| 1952 | 73 |
| 1953 | 77 |
| 1954 | 68 |
| 1955 | 64 |
| 1956 | 93 |
| 1957 | 80 |
| 1958 | 72 |
| 1959 | 65 |
| 1960 | 52 |
| 1961 | 45 |
| 1962 | 39 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 43 |
| 1965 | 29 |
| 1966 | 33 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |