Shelby

Meaning of Shelby

From the manor farm

Shelby has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Shelby

Shelby has held fairly steady, sitting around #649 in 2025 after peaking at #68 in 2001.

Notable people named Shelby

• Shelby Lynne
  American singer and songwriter
• Shelby Rogers
  American professional tennis player
• Shelby Young
  American actress
• Shelby Flannery
  American actress
• Shelby Rabara
  American actress

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Questions about the name Shelby

What does the name Shelby mean?

Shelby means from the manor farm, and it comes from English origins.

Is Shelby a boy's or a girl's name?

Shelby is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Shelby?

In 2025, Shelby ranked #649 for girls, up from #656 the year before.

When was Shelby most popular?

Shelby peaked at #68 in 2001.