Shelley
GirlShelley is a girl's name of English origin meaning "From a surname and place name meaning clearing on a bank, associated with the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley.". It is pronounced SHEL-ee. Today it is a popular name (popularity 94/100) and fading.
English origin · /SHEL-ee/ · literary
Meaning: From a surname and place name meaning clearing on a bank, associated with the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley.
Insights
Most popular in the 1960s.
Today, Shelley is one of the most common baby names (popularity 94/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Shelley
What does Shelley mean?
Shelley means "From a surname and place name meaning clearing on a bank, associated with the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley.". It is of English origin.
Is Shelley a boy or girl name?
Shelley is traditionally a girl's name.
How popular is Shelley?
Shelley is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 94/100. It was most popular in the 1960s.
How is Shelley pronounced?
Shelley is pronounced SHEL-ee.
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