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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Shirlee

Sing or Tone, Graceful

Pronunciation: SHUR-lee (/ʃɜːrliː/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 50
Meaning
Sing or Tone, Graceful
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Sunday
Lucky Stone
Rose Quartz
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
50
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GoldPinkGreen

What does Shirlee mean?

Shirlee is derived from the Hebrew word ‘shir’ which means song or melody. It is also linked to the Greek word ‘leos’ meaning lion. The name Shirlee is gracious, gentle and full of strength, like a lioness in the wild. It has been popular in the Western world, especially in Christian and spiritual traditions, due to its beautiful meaning and associations with music, strength, and grace.

Shirlee in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
שרלו
ש אור ברי עות בירב סיל
Greek
ψιυλλε
ω σνεπλοσ ετη λεμαςύ υ καλο ανα υ τε υ καλο καόλο υ τε γιππό γε
Latin
Shirlee
Femina amabilis, amica Dei, serva Domini
English
Shirlee
Female beloved of God, loving servant of the Lord

How to pronounce Shirlee

English pronunciation
SHUR-lee
Biblical pronunciation
(Hebrew) SHIR-lee, (Greek) SEE-ruh-lee
IPA notation
/ʃɜːrliː/

Numerology & personality

Creative, artistic, and social, people with a life path number 3 are often the life of the party and are highly adaptable and expressive.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

A name that evokes the power of song and the courage of the lion.

Shirlee is a name that evokes a sense of creativity and melodic flexibility. It was a popular name in the United States during the mid-20th century and is still used today. The name Shirlee belongs to the 967 most commonly used names in the United States, making it relatively widespread. Its melodic sound and clear meaning have made it an appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive and harmonious name for their child.

Popularity of Shirlee by region

Region Country Score Year
United States US 67 2024
Germany DE 40 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Shirlee

What does Shirlee mean?
Shirlee is a name of English origin that is derived from the Hebrew word ‘shir’ which means song or melody, and the Greek word ‘leos’ meaning lion.
Is Shirlee a Christianity name?
Yes, Shirlee is a name with strong Christian associations.
How to pronounce Shirlee?
SHIH-lee
Is Shirlee popular today?
Shirlee was popular in the mid-20th century but has since declined in popularity.
What is the origin of Shirlee?
Shirlee is of English origin, derived from the Hebrew word ‘shir’ which means song or melody, and the Greek word ‘leos’ meaning lion.