How popular is the name Shelley in 2025?

Shelley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Shelley most popular?

Shelley peaked in 1899, reaching #714 among US boy names.

Shelley will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Shelley entered the US charts in 1893, peaked at #714 in 1899, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#714

peak (1899)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 900 people named Shelley are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Shelley alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Shelley in 2025?: Shelley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Shelley most popular?: Shelley peaked in 1899, reaching #714 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Shelley with classmates?: Shelley will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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