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Girl’s name · US records 1880–2024

Shirley

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Shirley appeared in the US girl naming records from 1880 through 2024, reaching its highest point in 1935. It is a 2-syllable girl name ranked #40 by total recorded use. Common spelling relatives include Shirlee, Shirlie, Sherley.

#40girl rank
1935peak year
2syllables

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