Shirleymae
SHER-lee-may
Shirleymae is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “A combination of Shirley (English for "bright meadow") and Mae (English, a diminutive of Mary, meaning "bitter" or "beloved").”, and peaked in popularity in 1928.
What Shirleymae Means
“A combination of Shirley (English for "bright meadow") and Mae (English, a diminutive of Mary, meaning "bitter" or "beloved").”
The Story of Shirleymae
This name evokes the sunlit charm of an English meadow, infused with the gentle sweetness of a cherished classic.
Shirleymae first graced records in 1923, a delightful combination of the Old English Shirley, meaning 'bright meadow,' and the endearing English Mae, a diminutive often associated with Mary, signifying 'bitter' or 'beloved.' It paints a picture of pastoral light and tender affection.
Your daughter, Shirleymae, will embody a sweet and gentle nature. She is a child of sunshine and kindness, whose cheerful spirit will bring a tender joy to your home, much like the soft light of a spring morning.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#14 in 1928
Total Births
71
First Recorded
1923
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