Sherlena

“Variant of Shirley, meaning 'bright meadow'”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1246US 2023

954Births / yr

→Stable

6All-time births

📅 Since 197500

What does Sherlena mean and where does it come from?

Sherlena is a modern twist on the classic name Shirley, which has English origins. It became popular in the mid-20th century and can be seen as part of a trend of creating feminine variants of traditional names. While not very common, it has been used in various communities in the U.S.

Cultural significance

Sherlena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of shirley, meaning 'bright meadow'.

Peak popularity

Reached #9032 in 1975 — currently #1246 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Sherlena?

Sherlena works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Sherlena Grace

How popular is Sherlena right now?

Holding steady — currently #1246 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1246 · Top 0.92%

1975

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1246	954	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1251	934	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1256	904	▲ up 7776 · +14967% births
1975	#9032	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Sherlena

Best Year2023Rank #1246

Peak Count954

Average Rank#3196

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1975 - 20234 years

The story of Sherlena

Sherlena is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 6 total births recorded, Sherlena remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9032 in 1975 to #1246 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Sherlena in 1975:

Jennifer Amy Heather Melissa Angela

💎Sherlena has only 6 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Sherlena?

Common

SheShieShyEna

What names sound and feel like Sherlena?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Sherlena also consider these

Shellena

American · A variant of

Sherena

American · English

Shelena

American · A modern variation

Shirlena

American · Bright meadow

Sharlena

American · A variation of

American · beautiful song.

Common questions about the name Sherlena

What does the name Sherlena mean?

Sherlena means "Variant of Shirley, meaning 'bright meadow'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Sherlena?

Sherlena is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Sherlena?

Sherlena originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Sherlena?

Sherlena pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Sherlena a common or rare name?

Sherlena is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.