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The name Shelly is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Shelly is: Meadow on a ledge. The name Shelly is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Shelly is: Meadow on a ledge.
Shelly is a form of Sheleigh. See Sheleigh for further details. Shelly appeals to parents who seek a name with genuine depth. Chic yet luminous, the name is a great blend of character and flair. A name that will flow off your tongue. Shelly falls into the flower name category.