Shirleyan
girl nameShirleyan entered the US charts in 1929, peaked at #2060 in 1945, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1929–2025
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rank today
#2060
peak (1945)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4570 |
| 1930s | #4204 |
| 1940s | #3205 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shirleyan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shirleyan alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shirleyan in 2025?
- Shirleyan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shirleyan most popular?
- Shirleyan peaked in 1945, reaching #2060 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shirleyan with classmates?
- Shirleyan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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