Shirley Boothe

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Shirley Boothe — English
747K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Shirley Boothe is a name that combines English origins. The first name Shirley is a feminine given name of English origin. Shirley is a given name and a surname originating from the English place-name Shirley, which is derived from the Old English elements scire ("shire") or scīr ("bright, clear") and lēah ("wood, clearing, meadow, enclosure"). The name makes reference to the open space where the moot (an early English assembly of freemen which met to administer justice and discuss community issues) was held. The surname Boothe: Armistead L. Boothe (1907–1990), American politician Chris Boothe, fictional character from the soap opera Passions Clare Boothe Luce (1903–1987), American author and politician Demico Boothe, American author Jill Kinmont Boothe (1936–2012), American skier Ken Boothe (born 1948), Jamaican singer Kevin Boothe (born 1983), American football player Lorna Boothe (born 1954), Jamaican-born British athlete Powers Boothe (1948–2017), American actor Boothe Memorial Park and Museum Booth (surname) Shirley is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 747K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Shirley reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Shirley

English

Shirley is a given name and a surname originating from the English place-name Shirley, which is derived from the Old English elements scire ("shire") or scīr ("bright, clear") and lēah ("wood, clearing, meadow, enclosure"). The name makes reference to the open space where the moot (an early English assembly of freemen which met to administer justice and discuss community issues) was held.

Surname: Boothe

English

Armistead L. Boothe (1907–1990), American politician Chris Boothe, fictional character from the soap opera Passions Clare Boothe Luce (1903–1987), American author and politician Demico Boothe, American author Jill Kinmont Boothe (1936–2012), American skier Ken Boothe (born 1948), Jamaican singer Kevin Boothe (born 1983), American football player Lorna Boothe (born 1954), Jamaican-born British athlete Powers Boothe (1948–2017), American actor Boothe Memorial Park and Museum Booth (surname)

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Shirley is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Shirley by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Shirley Boothe

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Shirley Boothe:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Shirley?
The first name Shirley originates from English. Shirley is a given name and a surname originating from the English place-name Shirley, which is derived from the Old English elements scire ("shire") or scīr ("bright, clear") and lēah ("wood, clearing, meadow, enclosure"). The name makes reference to the open space where the moot (an early English assembly of freemen which met to administer justice and discuss community issues) was held.
When was Shirley most popular?
The name Shirley reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Boothe?
The surname Boothe originates from English. Armistead L. Boothe (1907–1990), American politician Chris Boothe, fictional character from the soap opera Passions Clare Boothe Luce (1903–1987), American author and politician Demico Boothe, American author Jill Kinmont Boothe (1936–2012), American skier Ken Boothe (born 1948), Jamaican singer Kevin Boothe (born 1983), American football player Lorna Boothe (born 1954), Jamaican-born British athlete Powers Boothe (1948–2017), American actor Boothe Memorial Park and Museum Booth (surname)
How common is the surname Boothe?
The surname Boothe is shared by approximately 9K people worldwide.
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