Sherley
boy nameSherley entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1639 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#1639
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2696 |
| 1920s | #2900 |
| 1930s | #2440 |
| 1940s | #3237 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sherley are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sherley alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sherley in 2025?
- Sherley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sherley most popular?
- Sherley peaked in 1936, reaching #1639 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sherley with classmates?
- Sherley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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