Meaning of Shirley. English name. In English, the name Shirley means-bright meadow.The name Shirley originated as an English name. The name Shirley is most often used as a girl name or female name.English Name Meaning-bright meadow.Origin-England.eaning of Shirley. English name. In English, the name Shirley means-bright meadow.The name Shirley originated as an English name. The name Shirley is most often used as a girl name or female name.