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Shalene
How to Pronounce Shalene
Pronounced shuh-LEEN /ΚΙΛliΛn/Medium
Meaning: Shalene is a variant of Charlene, the feminine of Charles, from the Germanic 'karl', 'free man' or 'man'. The Sh- opening gives it a softer, later-century sound while keeping the -lene family feel and the Charlene meaning.Low
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Shalene is a variant of Charlene, the feminine of Charles, from the Germanic 'karl', 'free man'. Swapping the Ch- for a soft Sh-, it belongs to the later-century taste for Sha- names, a fresh coat on a familiar -lene form.
It was a rarity throughout, cresting faintly around nineteen-ninety before fading. It reads as a late-century coinage rather than a vintage classic, and has stayed uncommon.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Shalene mean?
Shalene is a variant of Charlene, feminine of Charles, meaning 'free man'.
How do you pronounce Shalene?
It's said shuh-LEEN /ΚΙΛliΛn/ β two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Shalene a boy or girl name?
Shalene is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Shalene?
Shalene has always been rare, a late-century coinage most seen around nineteen-ninety.