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שרלי


Meaning of the name שרלי

Shirley is a unique international name that combines diverse cultural influences and deep meanings. The name developed in the Western world as a feminine form of Charles, but in Israel it acquired a distinctive significance connecting it to the Hebrew root "sarah" - to rule, to govern, to hold status. The name Shirley carries within it a character of independence, charisma, and prominent presence, reflecting a strong personality with determination. In Hebrew, the name evokes associations of authority, leadership, and the ability to influence one's surroundings - traits that have characterized bearers of this name throughout generations. During the 20th century, Shirley became particularly popular in the Western world, primarily thanks to the famous child actress Shirley Temple, who gave the name a childlike charm and innocence. However, in Israel the name acquired a more complex meaning - it was used for both boys and girls, becoming a symbol of innovation and openness to the world. Members of the Israeli generation named Shirley in the 1950s and 1960s were pioneers in their way; families who chose this name expressed a desire to open up to Western culture without abandoning their Hebrew identity. The name represents a bridge between East and West, between tradition and innovation, carrying within it the spirit of the era in which the young state was growing. Today, Shirley is perceived as a classic and timeless name, suitable for any age and any period. Bearers of the name are typically characterized by high self-confidence, developed expressive abilities, and a natural tendency toward leadership. The name grants its bearer a sense of uniqueness and distinctiveness while maintaining connection to traditional values. The profound meaning of authority and leadership embodied in the name encourages its bearers to develop intellectual independence, to lead and influence, and to leave their mark wherever they are. Shirley is a name that provides inner strength and inspires those around them.

The name שרלי with vowels

שַׁרְלִי

The name שרלי in English

Shirley | Sharly | Charley

שרלי is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name שרלי considered international

Yes

Origin of the name שרלי from the Bible

Genesis 16:1 - Now Sarai, Abram's wife, had borne him no children

Origin of the name שרלי from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Shirley connects to the Sefirah of Malchut (Kingdom), representing rulership and sovereignty in the earthly realm. The name carries an energy of spiritual leadership and the ability to connect the upper world with the lower world, the spiritual with the material.

Gematria value for the name שרלי

540

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300

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200

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30

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10

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Numerology value for the name שרלי

9

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300

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200

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30

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10

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540

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5

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4

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9

Famous people named שרלי

Shirley Temple - Famous American child actress and diplomat | Shirley Bassey - Renowned Welsh singer | Shirley MacLaine - American Oscar-winning actress | Shirley Hazan - Israeli singer

Names similar to שרלי

Total times the name שרלי was registered

401 times

Graph of the name שרלי

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022

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