Shirlee
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About Shirlee
Shirlee is a feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Shirley, which originated as an Old English place name derived from the elements 'scir' (bright) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow). This variation with the double 'e' ending gives the name a more informal, playful quality. Shirley gained tremendous popularity in the 1930s after the success of child star Shirley Temple, but Shirlee remained a less common alternative. The name experienced its peak usage in the mid-20th century and has since declined. Shirlee carries a vintage charm that evokes the friendly, optimistic spirit of mid-century America.
Shirlee is also given to boys.
Pronounced SHER-lee.
As of October 2026, Shirlee ranked #4464 in US births in 1929 SSA.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |