Mary vs Shirley
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Shirley
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Bright meadow
Peak: 1935 (3.90%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Shirley |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 0.01% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 0.02% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 0.03% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 0.08% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 0.38% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 1.27% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 1.51% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 0.90% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 0.31% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 0.09% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 0.03% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.02% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.01% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Shirley more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Shirley peaked in 1935.
What do Mary and Shirley mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Shirley means "Bright meadow".