Shirley Cadena

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Shirley Cadena — English
747K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Shirley Cadena 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 Cadena: Ana Lilia Garza Cadena (born 1970), Mexican politician Carlos Cadena (1917–2001), Mexican American lawyer, civil rights activist and judge Carlos Cadena Gaitan (born 1983), journalist and affiliated researcher with the United Nations University Daniel Cadena (born 1987), Spanish footballer Dez Cadena (born 1961), American punk rock singer and guitarist Edgar Cadena (born 2000), Mexican track and road cyclist Eva Cadena, Mexican politician from Veracruz Francisco Páez de la Cadena (born 1951), Spanish garden historian Freddy Cadena (born 1963), Ecuadorian orchestra conductor José Torres Cadena . 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: Cadena

Spanish

Ana Lilia Garza Cadena (born 1970), Mexican politician Carlos Cadena (1917–2001), Mexican American lawyer, civil rights activist and judge Carlos Cadena Gaitan (born 1983), journalist and affiliated researcher with the United Nations University Daniel Cadena (born 1987), Spanish footballer Dez Cadena (born 1961), American punk rock singer and guitarist Edgar Cadena (born 2000), Mexican track and road cyclist Eva Cadena, Mexican politician from Veracruz Francisco Páez de la Cadena (born 1951), Spanish garden historian Freddy Cadena (born 1963), Ecuadorian orchestra conductor José Torres Cadena .

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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 Cadena

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 Cadena:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Cadena?
The surname Cadena originates from Spanish. Ana Lilia Garza Cadena (born 1970), Mexican politician Carlos Cadena (1917–2001), Mexican American lawyer, civil rights activist and judge Carlos Cadena Gaitan (born 1983), journalist and affiliated researcher with the United Nations University Daniel Cadena (born 1987), Spanish footballer Dez Cadena (born 1961), American punk rock singer and guitarist Edgar Cadena (born 2000), Mexican track and road cyclist Eva Cadena, Mexican politician from Veracruz Francisco Páez de la Cadena (born 1951), Spanish garden historian Freddy Cadena (born 1963), Ecuadorian orchestra conductor José Torres Cadena .
What are the origins of the name Shirley Cadena?
The name Shirley Cadena combines two different traditions: the first name Shirley has English roots, while the surname Cadena originates from Spanish.
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