Shelly

What does the baby name Shelly mean? Learn about what Shelly means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Shelly - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Shelly: S-H-E-L-L-Y, is a 6-letter female given name.
Meaning of Shelly: From the ledge meadow, from the sloping field, meadow on the ledge.
Origin of Shelly: The name 'Shelly' is of English origin. It is derived from the Middle English word 'schelleye', which means 'a clearing on a bank'. The name was originally used to describe someone who lived near a clearing by a bank or a river.; American Names; English Names; French Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Shelly: Rachael; Racheal; Rachel; Rachela; Rachele; Rachell; Rachelle; Rae; Raelene; Rahel; Rahil; Raichel; Rakel; Raoghnailt; Raquel; Raquela; Raquella; Raquelle; Rashell; Ray; Shelley
Popularity of Shelly: The name 'Shelly' gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. It reached its peak in the 1960s and 1970s when it was a popular choice for baby girls. However, its popularity has declined in recent years.; Shelly currently has 143 likes, and is in the top 5% of liked girl's names. The name Briella is slightly more popular than Shelly.

Etymology of Shelly

The etymology of 'Shelly' can be traced back to the Middle English word 'schelleye', which is derived from the Old English word 'sceald', meaning 'a bank' or 'a ledge'. This reflects the name 's original meaning of 'a clearing on a bank'.

Cultural Significance of Shelly

While 'Shelly' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance, it is a name that has been used in various English-speaking countries. It is often seen as a modern and feminine name choice.