Shelby
sh(el)-by
US Popularity:1180
Origin:Norse
Meaning:Willow; from the ledge estate
Shelby is a gender-neutral name of Norse origin, meaning “willow” or “from the ledge estate.” This Viking-born name was derived from an Old Norse surname Selby which combined the words selja, meaning “willow,” and byr, which translates to “estate.” Shelby’s association with the willow tree gives the name a mystical and graceful quality that will be sure to bring out baby’s natural charm.
How Popular Is The Name Shelby?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Shelby is currently #639 on The Bump
Boy:Shelby is currently #367 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Shelby is currently #460 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Shelby is currently #1180 in U.S. births
Boy:Shelby is currently #2715 in U.S. births
Girl:Shelby is currently #661 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#661
in 2023
- 66
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 282
Ancestry, Shelby Family History
Ancestry, Selby Family History
House of Names, Shelby History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
WordSense, Shelby
WordSense, Shelley
House of Names, Shelley History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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