Shiri
Shiri is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,952 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
Shiri first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 219 babies have been named Shiri in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shiri is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,952 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,952
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Shiri
Shiri is a girl name .
Shiri is currently ranked #22,952 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shiri include Shi, Shy, and Shiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shiri 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