Shirla
girl nameShirla entered the US charts in 1930, peaked at #2386 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1930–2025
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rank today
#2386
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3364 |
| 1940s | #3841 |
| 1950s | #4795 |
| 1960s | #5429 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shirla are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shirla alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shirla in 2025?
- Shirla is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shirla most popular?
- Shirla peaked in 1936, reaching #2386 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shirla with classmates?
- Shirla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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