How to Pronounce Shirley
Shirley / sherːrlee /
The name Shirley is a Unisex name of English origin meaning "Bright meadow". It is pronounced sherːrlee.
English Unisex 2 syllables
Meaning & Origin
Shirley is a English name meaning "Bright meadow". Old English scir + leah
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Unisex
Syllables 2
Phonetic sherːrlee
IPA ʃɜːɹli
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as sherːrlee. Stress falls on the second syllable. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Shirley
- · Shirley Povich - American Sports Columnist
- · Shirley Booth - American Actress
Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Shirley?
- Shirley is pronounced sherːrlee.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Shirley?
- The correct pronunciation of Shirley is sherːrlee (IPA: ʃɜːɹli).
- Is Shirley a English name?
- Yes, Shirley is a English name meaning "Bright meadow".
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