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How to pronounce Shirley (SHUR-lee)

Shirley

SHUR-lee

Shurlee

Common in older Australian women. The 'ir' sounds like 'ur'.

Notes

Common in older Australian women. The 'ir' sounds like 'ur'.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Old English
Meaning
bright meadow

Popularity

Originally a male name; switched to predominantly female after the popularity of child star Shirley Temple.

Notable people

  • Shirley Temple (American actress and ambassador)

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