Shirley Driskell

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Shirley Driskell — English
747K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Shirley Driskell 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 Driskell: David Driskell (1931–2020), American artist Ethan Driskell (born 2000), American football player Fentrice Driskell (born 1979), American politician Gretchen Driskell (born 1958), American politician James Driskell (born 1959), Canadian man wrongly convicted of murder John Driskell Hopkins (born 1971), American singer, musician, songwriter 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: Driskell

English

David Driskell (1931–2020), American artist Ethan Driskell (born 2000), American football player Fentrice Driskell (born 1979), American politician Gretchen Driskell (born 1958), American politician James Driskell (born 1959), Canadian man wrongly convicted of murder John Driskell Hopkins (born 1971), American singer, musician, songwriter

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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 Driskell

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 Driskell:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Driskell?
The surname Driskell originates from English. David Driskell (1931–2020), American artist Ethan Driskell (born 2000), American football player Fentrice Driskell (born 1979), American politician Gretchen Driskell (born 1958), American politician James Driskell (born 1959), Canadian man wrongly convicted of murder John Driskell Hopkins (born 1971), American singer, musician, songwriter
How common is the surname Driskell?
The surname Driskell is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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