Shirley vs Virginia
Comparing Shirley and Virginia? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Shirley ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to English naming roots (meaning "Bright meadow"). Virginia sits in the Top 100 tier with Latin origins (meaning "Maidenly, pure").
Shirley
- Meaning: Bright meadow
- Origin: English
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Shirley name page
Virginia
- Meaning: Maidenly, pure
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Virginia name page
Which name is more popular: Shirley or Virginia?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Shirley ranks higher (Top 100) than Virginia (Top 100).