NAME PROFILE
Shirl
Derived from Old Norse roots meaning 'forest of horses' or 'doe wood,' this name carries an air of rustic charm and boundless energy. It describes a personality that is inherently spirited, dependable, and deeply connected to the natural world.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,771 |
| Gender | Female (2% / 98%) |
| Peak year | 1964 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1915 |
| Most recent | 1969 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
PA — 30%UT — 22%VA — 16%MD — 16%TX — 16%
Notable People
Roscoe Arbuckle (Silent film actor and comedian) · Roscoe Conkling (United States Senator) · Roscoe Lee Browne (Character actor, 'Babe') · Roscoe Dash (Hip hop artist and songwriter) · Roscoe Mitchell (Avant-garde jazz musician)
Nicknames & Diminutives
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