Shyrle
A feminine English name derived from the French surname Sirlée.
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Shyrle. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Shyrle today is around 73 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shyrle births was 1923 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shyrle. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Shyrle is about 73 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Shyrles were born before 1963.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Shyrle. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1923
6 babies that year
Average age
73
years old
1952 SSA rank
#5,484
Tracked since 1923
Popularity
Shyrle: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Shyrle from the 1920s through to the 1950s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Shyrle by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Shyrle during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Shyrle
The name Shyrle has its linguistic roots in the Old English language, originating from the Anglo-Saxon era around the 5th century CE. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "scir," which means "bright" or "shining." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to individuals with a radiant or luminous appearance.
In the early Middle Ages, the name Shyrle appeared in various medieval records and chronicles, particularly in regions where Anglo-Saxon communities flourished, such as present-day England and parts of northern Europe. It was not uncommon for names to evolve and transform over time due to regional dialects and linguistic influences.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Shyrle can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land ownership commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This historical document lists several individuals bearing the name, indicating its usage among the Anglo-Saxon population of the time.
Throughout the centuries, several notable figures have borne the name Shyrle. One such individual was Shyrle of Malmesbury, a renowned scholar and historian who lived in the 12th century (c. 1095-1143). His works, including "Gesta Regum Anglorum" (Deeds of the English Kings), provide valuable insights into the history and culture of medieval England.
Another notable figure was Shyrle Chaucer (c. 1340-1400), a renowned English poet and author, best known for his famous work, "The Canterbury Tales." Although his first name is often spelled as "Geoffrey," some historical records from the 14th century suggest that "Shyrle" was an alternative spelling used during that era.
In the realm of religion, Shyrle Wycliffe (c. 1320-1384), an English theologian and philosopher, played a pivotal role in the translation of the Bible into vernacular English. His efforts paved the way for greater accessibility to religious texts and inspired subsequent translations.
During the Renaissance period, Shyrle Tyndale (c. 1494-1536) was an influential English scholar and reformer who translated the Bible into Early Modern English. His work significantly impacted the development of the English language and the spread of Protestantism.
Lastly, Shyrle Spenser (c. 1552-1599), an English poet and author, is renowned for his epic poem "The Faerie Queene," a celebrated work that influenced generations of writers and poets throughout the centuries.
People
Shyrle + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Shyrle as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Shyrle: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shyrle?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shyrle going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Shyrle a common name?
We classify Shyrle as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 12 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shyrle most popular?
The single biggest year for Shyrle was 1923, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shyrle is about 73 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Shyrle in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Shyrle a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Shyrle in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Shyrle still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Shyrle in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Shyrle can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Shyrle?
See how many Americans are named Shyrle on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.