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Shirlena

shur-LEE-nuh

Shirlena is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “A combination of Shirley and Lena. Shirley means 'bright meadow' (English), and Lena means 'light' (Greek).”, and peaked in popularity in 1957.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginEnglish

What Shirlena Means

A combination of Shirley and Lena. Shirley means 'bright meadow' (English), and Lena means 'light' (Greek).

The Story of Shirlena

This name holds the glow of dawn and the gentle spirit of a sunlit field, crafted for a child of light.

Shirlena arrived in the late 1950s, a harmonious blend of the English Shirley, meaning 'bright meadow,' and the Greek Lena, signifying 'light.' It represents a cross-pollination of linguistic traditions, seeking a name of both pastoral charm and radiant clarity.

For your daughter, Shirlena evokes a kindred spirit, someone who carries an inner light. You envision a child whose presence illuminates your home, embodying the gentle cheer and brightness that the name itself suggests, a beacon of kindness.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Personality Traits

KindGentleBrightCheerful

Peak Year

#7 in 1957

Total Births

105

First Recorded

1957

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