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Shirley Riley (born Roberts), 1926 - 2017
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Shirley Ann Riley (born McConkie), 1942 - 2023
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Shirley Mae Riley (born Williams), 1929 - 2013
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Shirley Riley (born Roberts), 1926 - 2017
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Shirley Mae Riley (born Williams), 1929 - 2013
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Shirley Ann Riley (born Mc Conkie), 1942 - 2023
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Shirley Ethel Gray Roberts (born Riley), 1908 - 1993
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Shirley Riley (born Roberts), 1926 - 2017
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Shirley Joan ogilvie (born riley), 1934 - 2005
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Shirley Riley (born Roberts), 1926 - 2017
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Shirley Joyner (born Riley), 1945 - 2006
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Shirley Riley (born Palmer), 1928 - 2007
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Shirley Riley (born Roberts), 1926 - 2017
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Shirley Weymouth Beckett (born Riley), 1929 - 2010
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Shirley Ann Riley, 1935 - 2005
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Shirley Ann Riley, 1938 - 1996
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Shirley Erdman Riley, Circa 1924 - 1990
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Shirley Riley, Circa 1902 - 1981
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Shirley Riley, Circa 1933 - 1953
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Shirley May Riley, died 1952
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Shirley Dorman (born Riley), died 1954
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Shirley Riley, died 1952
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Shirley Riley in Observer-Reporter - Nov 30 2004
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Shirley Riley in Rome News-Tribune - Mar 9 2003
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Shirley Riley in Williamson Daily News - Sep 2 1986
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Shirley Riley, 1937 - 1937
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Shirley G. Riley, 1922 - 1973
Maryland Deaths
Shirley Annabelle Riley, 1983 - 1983
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Shirley A. Riley, 1954 - 1982
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Shirley Riley, 1980 - 1996
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Shirley Ann Riley, 1947 - 1947
West Virginia, Deaths
Shirley Ann Riley, Circa 1947 - 1947
West Virginia, DeathsShirley May Johnson (born Riley), 1928 - 2019
BillionGravesShirley Gorman (born Riley), 1921 - 1994
BillionGravesShirley A Riley, 1946 - 1994
BillionGravesShirley R. Riley, 1928 - 2014
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Shirley Riley, 1933 - 2010
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Shirley E Riley, died 1975
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Shirley M Riley, died 1949
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Shirley Jo Riley, Circa 1926 - 1969
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Shirley Ann Riley, Circa 1929 - 1970
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Shirley Faye Riley, Circa 1970 - 1970
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Shirley L. Riley, 1926 - 2015
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesShirley Ann Risenhoover, 1936 - 2015
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesShirley L. Riley, 1930 - 2009
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesShirley N. Riley, 1928 - 2012
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesShirley Margaret Riley, born Circa 1939
Australia, South Australia Burials
Shirley A. Riley, Circa 1960 - 1960
Georgia Deaths
Shirley May Riley, Circa 1933 - 1953
Australia, Cemetery InscriptionsShirley Evylen Riley, Circa 1937 - 1939
Canada, British Columbia Deaths
Shirley Riley, Circa 1924 - 1958
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Shirley Anne Riley, 1942 - 1976
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Shirley Anne Riley, 1935 - 1983
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Shirley Riley, Circa 1902 - 1967
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- Sherley Rileigh
- Shirl Ryleigh
- Shirlee Ryley
- Shirly Rileigh
- Shurley Ryleigh
- Arabic: شيرلي رايلي (Shīrlī Rāylī)
- Japanese: シャーリー・ライリー (Shārī Rairī)
- Russian: Ширли Райли (Shirli Rayli)


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- Australia 17%
- United Kingdom 7%
- Canada 4%
- Other 1%
The first name Shirley has its origins in Old English, derived from the elements "scir," meaning "bright" or "clear," and "leah," meaning "wood" or "clearing," thus translating to "bright meadow" or "clearing in the woods." This name first appeared in England, particularly in the 19th century, and was initially used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. Historically, it was associated with a pastoral and serene lifestyle, reflecting the characteristics of those who bore it, often linked to nature and tranquility. Variations of the name Shirley can be found in different cultures, such as "Shirlee" or "Shirly," and it has been adopted in various languages, though it remains predominantly English. The name gained significant popularity in the early 20th century, partly due to the fame of actress Shirley Temple, further embedding it in popular culture. Overall, Shirley embodies a sense of brightness and natural beauty, resonating with its etymological roots.
The last name Riley has its origins in both Irish and English cultures, with the Irish variant deriving from the Gaelic surname "Ó Raghallaigh," meaning "descendant of Raghallach," which is believed to mean "valiant" or "courageous." This surname is primarily associated with the province of Ulster in Ireland, where it has historical roots dating back to the medieval period. In England, the name may also stem from a place name, such as Riley in Lancashire, which is derived from Old English elements meaning "rye clearing." The name Riley has been linked to various occupations, particularly in the context of land ownership and agriculture, reflecting the characteristics of those who initially bore it. Variations of the surname include O'Reilly, Ryley, and Reilly, with differences in spelling and pronunciation influenced by regional dialects and linguistic evolution across countries. The name has maintained its popularity and is widely recognized in English-speaking countries today.
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