Shelly

Unisex

What does Shelly mean?

From a meadow on a ledge.

What's the origin of Shelly?

English

How is Shelly pronounced?

ˈʃɛli

What does it say about you to have a cat named Shelly?

Having a cat named Shelly suggests you're a creative soul with a penchant for the whimsical. You likely appreciate the quiet, comforting presence of a feline friend, and perhaps harbor a secret love for marine biology or classic literature. Shelly's name hints at your depth, curiosity, and unique charm.

Is Shelly a good cat name?

Shelly has two syllables, which most vets and trainers tend to recommend. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for your kitty to recognize. Shelly isn't one of the most common cat names, so your kitty will make waves! If you love the name, you should pick it!

Shelly is found in these categories:

tortoiseshell cat names
tortoiseshell

The name matches their shell-like, multicolored fur patterns.

Popularity

Based on likes, Shelly ranks #840 with users of MeowNames.com.

Shelly is not a common cat name. If you love to stand out, this is a very good thing!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Shelly was, over the past 30 days, the 1563rd ranked cat name for views on MeowNames.com.

As of September 2024, Shelly is a name that's increasing in popularity with new kitten owners. According to our stats, it's more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a bit of variance in rank for this name. That might suggest its popularity is based on seasonal factors or perhaps pop culture events.

In the past week, Shelly was viewed 12 times, and liked 0 times.

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