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Shelby

Shelby name meaning

Shelby is a diminutive of the given name Selby, which is ultimately derived from the Old Norse Selbjǫrn, meaning "seal-bear".

Shelby name origin

English

Name facts

6 letter name

Popularity

Shelby is ranked #594 most popular baby girl name in 2022

Shelby is ranked #3031 most popular baby boy name in 2022

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In 2022, 8% of babies named Shelby were boys
In 2022, 92% of babies named Shelby were girls

Name popularity in the US

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Name popularity in Canada

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Shelby - FAQ

What is the meaning of the name Shelby?
The meaning of the name Shelby is Shelby is a diminutive of the given name Selby, which is ultimately derived from the Old Norse Selbjǫrn, meaning "seal-bear"..
What is the origin of the name Shelby?
The origin of the name Shelby is English .
Is Shelby a girl or boy name?
The name Shelby is a feminine name. According to our statistics, 7.58% of babies called Shelby were boys, 92.42% of babies called Shelby were girls.
What is the popularity of the name Shelby?
According to statistics, Shelby is ranked 594th most popular girl name in the US, in 2022.
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