The nameShelly
Shelly is an English girl's name.
- Girl's name
- English
Meaning
Its origin is debated: it is linked to an English place name, or seen as a pet form of Michelle or Rachel.
Origin
English.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2000s and 2010s.
Popularity of the name Shelly
Shelly in France
Shelly was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 290 births over the decade, 38% of all recorded babies named Shelly. Its rise began around 1981, and it peaked in 2011. Half of all babies named Shelly in France were born before 2010, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 21 births a year on average, against 25 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Shelly in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shelly mean?
Its origin is debated: it is linked to an English place name, or seen as a pet form of Michelle or Rachel.
What is the origin of the name Shelly?
English.
Is Shelly a girl's or a boy's name?
Shelly is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Shelly?
Variants and related names of Shelly include Michelle.