Shirly
boy nameShirly entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2877 in 1919, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#2877
peak (1919)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3303 |
| 1920s | #3815 |
| 1930s | #3147 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shirly are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shirly alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shirly in 2025?
- Shirly is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shirly most popular?
- Shirly peaked in 1919, reaching #2877 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shirly with classmates?
- Shirly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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