Shelly
Male
Meaning
From The Sloping Field
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ʃɛli/
Traits associated with the name Shelly:
Dogs named Shelly tend to be loving, industrious, affectionate, and loyal. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Shelly?
That you have a fondness for the name Shelly and may have a sentimental attachment to it.
Is Shelly a good dog name?
Shelly has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Shelly isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Shelly is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Shelly ranks #2,380 with users of PupNames.com.
- Shelly ranks #862 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Shelly ranks #638 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Shelly is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Most popular breeds named Shelly:
- German Shepherd
- Shetland Sheepdog
- Poodle
- Labrador Retriever
- American Pitbull Terrier
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Famous dogs named Shelly:
A dachshund named Shelly played a role in the movie Wiener Dog Nationals.
Dog names like Shelly:
From The Stony Field
Diminutive Form Of Samuel Or Samantha
Lion
marked by or emitting or filled with smoke
Mischievous baby genius.
Famous shelter dog with a grumpy face who found a home.

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