Shirley

The meaning of Shirley is 'bright meadow', according to its English origin. Shirley is a feminine name and traditionally used by parents looking to name a baby girl. In pop culture, the name Shirley belongs to Shirley Crain, a character in the drama series 'The Haunting Of Hill House', and it is also associated with Ann Shirley, the main character in the 'Anne Of Green Gables' book series, who also had a son named Shirley Blythe. Elsewhere, the name is given to Shirley Partridge, the main character in the television show 'The Partridge Family', a character who is played by the actress Shirley Jones. Shirley Ryan is the name of a fictional character in the television series 'Love Child', too. Famous people named Shirley include Shirley MacLaine, an American actress, and Shirley Henderson, a Scottish actress. The name also belongs to Shirley Ann Manson, the Scottish lead singer of the band 'Garbage', and Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisholm, the first black U.S. Congresswoman in New York. Another notable name is Shirley Hardie Jackson, an American author.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

bright meadow

Origin

English

Numerology

S is for smile, it gives you face value.

H is for hope, the encouragement you give.

I is for interest, you show in others.

R is for radiant, it’s your personality!

L is for little, the little things you do.

E is for expressive, not one to hold within.

Y is for young, the years never show!

Lucky

Shirley lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Shirley

• Shirley Ann Manson Scottish lead singer of band Garbage
• Shirley Henderson Scottish actress
• Shirley Mae Jones American actress
• Shirley Veronica Bassey Welsh singer
• Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisholm first black U.S. Congresswoman (New York)

Shirley in Pop Culture

• Quinn the Eskimo mentioned in "The Mighty Quinn," song by Bob Dylan
• Mayor Quinn Maddox a character on MTV's "Scream," also Brooke Maddox's father
• Quinn character in JR Ward's Blackdagger Brotherhood vampire book series
• Shirley Feeney character on TV's "Laverne & Shirley"
• Shirley Keeldar main character in "Shirley," by Charlotte Bronte