How common is the Shirpley surname?

There are approximately 100 people with the surname Shirpley in the United States.

Shirpley

Q: What does the surname Shirpley mean?

The surname Shirpley means "Possibly derived from a place name combining 'shire' or 'shir' with 'ley' (clearing or meadow).". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name combining 'shire' or 'shir' with 'ley' (clearing or meadow).

Etymology

May combine Old English 'scir' (shire) or 'scir' (bright) with 'leah' (clearing or meadow). The surname is extremely rare and may be a variant of Shipley or Shirley.

About the Shirpley Surname

A very obscure surname, possibly a variant or corruption of more common surnames like Shipley or Shirley. The rarity of this name makes its true etymology difficult to establish.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 100 bearers in the United States #4,995 most common surname

Rare Common

Extremely rare, with limited documentation of distribution.

Notable Bearers

People with the Shirpley Surname

Burton Shirpley

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Unknown
Estimated Bearers: 100