How popular is the name Shirley in 2025?

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

When was the name Shirley most popular?

Shirley peaked in 1935, reaching #259 among US boy names.

Shirley will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Shirley entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #259 in 1935, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#259

peak (1935)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 2,100 people named Shirley are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Shirley alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Shirley in 2025?: Shirley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Shirley most popular?: Shirley peaked in 1935, reaching #259 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Shirley with classmates?: Shirley will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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