Shirli
Shirli is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,464 in the US, popular nicknames include Shi, Shy, and Shiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shirli first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 5 babies have been named Shirli in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shirli is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #66,464 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,464
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Shirli
Shirli is a girl name .
Shirli is currently ranked #66,464 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shirli include Shi, Shy, Shiie, and Shirie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shirli include Shirley, Shira . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis