Shirlene
girl nameShirlene entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #520 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
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rank today
#520
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #2937 |
| 1930s | #906 |
| 1940s | #784 |
| 1950s | #825 |
| 1960s | #1068 |
| 1970s | #2772 |
| 1980s | #5442 |
| 1990s | #10417 |
| 2000s | #15722 |
| 2010s | #16992 |
Living bearers
About 3,500 people named Shirlene are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shirlene alive today was born around 1953, making them about 72 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shirlene in 2025?
- Shirlene is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shirlene most popular?
- Shirlene peaked in 1936, reaching #520 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shirlene with classmates?
- Shirlene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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