Shelvie
girl nameShelvie entered the US charts in 1936, peaked at #862 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1936–2025
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rank today
#862
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #1193 |
| 1940s | #3309 |
| 1950s | #4618 |
| 1960s | #5860 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Shelvie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shelvie alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shelvie in 2025?
- Shelvie is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shelvie most popular?
- Shelvie peaked in 1937, reaching #862 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shelvie with classmates?
- Shelvie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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