Shirley-Ann
Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Shirley-Ann
The given name 'Shirley-Ann' is derived from the Old English word 'scir' meaning 'clear' or 'bright', and the French name 'Ange' meaning 'angel', with the suffix '-ley' added to create a place-name-like effect.
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Etymology
The given name 'Shirley-Ann' is derived from the Old English word 'scir' meaning 'clear' or 'bright', and the French name 'Ange' meaning 'angel', with the suffix '-ley' added to create a place-name-like effect. The name 'Shirley' originated in England and was popularized in the Middle Ages, while 'Ann' is a shortened form of 'Anna', which is derived from the Hebrew name 'Hannah', and is commonly used in Christian cultures.
Shirley-Ann currently ranks #547 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1979.
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