Shirlly
Shirlly Origin and Meaning
Shirlly is a feminine name that appears to be a spelling variation of Shirley, which originally derived from an Old English place name meaning 'bright clearing' or 'bright meadow.' This alternative spelling adds an extra 'l' to the traditional form, giving it a slightly different visual appeal while maintaining the same pronunciation. The name Shirley gained tremendous popularity in the 1930s, largely due to child star Shirley Temple, before gradually declining after the 1950s. The variant Shirlly is significantly rarer. Like Shirley, this name shifted from being primarily masculine to feminine in the early 20th century. The additional 'l' in Shirlly follows a trend of personalizing traditional names with unique spellings. While uncommon, Shirlly maintains the friendly, bright associations of the original name while offering a more distinctive written form.