Shelli
Shelli is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Ewe, who is like God, or meadow on a slope.
Origin and history
Shelli is a variant spelling of Shelly or Shelley, often used as a diminutive of Michelle or Rachel, or derived from an English surname meaning meadow on a slope. It gained popularity in the mid-to-late 20th century in the United States as a friendly, informal choice. Though rare in recent years, it remains a recognizable vintage diminutival name.
Popularity in the United States
6,983 babies in the United States have been named Shelli since 1880. It ranks #2026 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18.1 %)
- TX (12 %)
- OH (7 %)
- OK (5.7 %)
- MI (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 37 |
| 1950-1960 | 544 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,217 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,149 |
| 1980-1990 | 769 |
| 1990-2000 | 216 |
| 2000-2010 | 44 |
| 2010-2019 | 7 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Shelli
- Shelli Place: Actress, Director
Fun facts
- Shelli emerged as a creative alternative spelling to the classic Shelley or Shelly during the mid-20th century.
- The name experienced its highest usage in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s.