How to Pronounce Shelley
Shelley / shehlee /
The name Shelley is a Unisex name of English origin meaning "Clearing near a ...". It is pronounced shehlee.
English Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Shelley is a English name meaning "Clearing near a ...". English, from Old English *scelf leah* (shelf wood or clearing)
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic shehlee
IPA ʃɛli
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as shehlee. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Shelley
- · Shelley Berman - Comedian
- · Shelley Fabares - Actress
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Shelley?
- Shelley is pronounced shehlee.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Shelley?
- The correct pronunciation of Shelley is shehlee (IPA: ʃɛli).
- Is Shelley a English name?
- Yes, Shelley is a English name meaning "Clearing near a ...".
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