Shellee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shellee is an English name derived from the Old English terms meaning 'shelf' and 'meadow'. It has evolved from the name Shelley and is associated with a modern and feminine image. The name does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century. It reflects traits of creativity and individuality.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shellee"
Pronunciation
/ʃɛˈliː/
Origin
English
Etymology
Shellee is a variant of the name Shelley, which is derived from the Old English words 'scylf' meaning 'shelf' or 'bank' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'.
Meaning
meadow by a shelf
Language Evolution
Shelley, Shellee, Shelly
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a feminine form of the name Shelley.
Variants & Derivatives
Shelley, Shelly, Shelley-Ann
Modern Popularity & Image
Shellee is perceived as a modern and feminine name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shellee Cole, Shellee M. M. Smith
📊 Shellee Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Shellee Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 40 peak births in 1966
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shellee"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shellee"
"Shellee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2894th of 12526 | 305 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2767th of 19264 | 425 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9021st of 27321 | 114 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 27544th of 35406 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Shellee" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shellee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
61.87% 1717th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
82.43% 2421st/2937 |
- | - |
48.89% 1977th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shellee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shellee" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Shellee" in the United States
The name Shellee is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shellee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shellee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2894th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2767th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9021st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 27544th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shellee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.