Shirley
Meaning
Bright Meadow
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɜːrli/
Traits associated with the name Shirley:
Dogs named Shirley tend to be loving, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Shirley?
Naming your dog Shirley suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet an unusual name. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy thinking outside the box.
Is Shirley a good dog name?
Shirley 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. Shirley isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Shirley is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Shirley was, in the past month, the 2532nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Shirley is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Shirley was viewed 25 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Shirley's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Shirley is most adored in North Carolina, Pennsylvania and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Louisiana and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Shirley.
Most popular breeds named Shirley:
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- Golden Retriever
- Labrador Retriever
- Rottweiler
Shirley is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular in the 1930s, it's now more associated with classic Hollywood starlets.
british
Popular British name, often associated with acclaimed author Charlotte Bronte's novel.
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