Shelley: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child from the ledge meadow, poetic at heart.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #12033
- Peak
- #772 in 1899
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Shelley Means
Shelley is a boy name of English origin. A child from the ledge meadow, poetic at heart.
How Popular Shelley Is
Shelley currently ranks #12033 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #772 in 1899.
Good to Know About Shelley
- At its most popular, Shelley reached #772 in the U.S. in 1899.
- Shelley is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has literary connections that bookish parents love.
Names Like Shelley
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Shelley
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Shelley.
Questions About Shelley
What does Shelley mean?
Shelley is a boy name of English origin. A child from the ledge meadow, poetic at heart.
How popular is Shelley?
Shelley currently ranks #12033 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #772 in 1899.
Where does Shelley come from?
Shelley comes from English roots. At its most popular, Shelley reached #772 in the U.S. in 1899.
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