Shrewsbury Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Shrewsbury Name at a Glance

Name	Shrewsbury
Meaning	'Henry VI, Part 1' Lord Talbot, afterwards Earl of Shrewsbury.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Shrewsbury Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Shrewsbury means “'Henry VI, Part 1' Lord Talbot, afterwards Earl of Shrewsbury”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Shrewsbury Name Origin

Our database records Shrewsbury under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Shrewsbury a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Shrewsbury is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Shrewsbury

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