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New York State Deaths, 1880-2017

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Shirley A Atter passed away on 1932, in , New York.

England & Wales, Birth Index, 1837-2005

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Shirley A Atter was born in 1961, in .

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1950 United States Federal Census

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Shirley Atter was born circa 1926, in North Carolina, United States.

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She lived on April 1 1950, in 838 ??, Wilmington, New Castle, Delaware, United States.

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Shirley Cox (born Atter) was born in 1914, in , Iowa.

Siblings

Shirley had 9 siblings: Elvord Atter, Elton Atter and .

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Shirley married A J Cox on 1931, at age 17 in , Oklahoma.

A was born in 1909.

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Shirley lived in 1920, in , Iowa.

She lived in 1930, in , Oklahoma.

1930 United States Federal Census

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Shirley Atter was born circa 1914, in , Iowa.

Siblings

Shirley had 4 brothers: Elvord Atter and .

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Shirley lived in 1930, in , Oklahoma.

Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, Nebraska)

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Real estate agents and home listings in Almost Federal Heights.

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The Deseret News.

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May 28 1979 - Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah, United States.

"...the down on area gracious 2 story In cludes parlor and living room formal dining Priced in the $ 90's Call for appointment to see Shirley Atter Alene Fowler 277 6005 521 6423 ABOVE WILLOW CREEK Unique, exciting floor plan 2 story living room with rock fire place Large formal..."

United Kingdom Deaths, 1980-2024

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Death

Shirley May Atter passed away on 2016, in .

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Shirley Atter name variations

Shirly Atter
Sherley Atter
Sherly Atter
Shirlee Atter
Shurley Atter
Shirley Otter
Shirley Ater
Shirley Attar
Shirley Attor
Shirley Hatter

Where did most people named Shirley Atter come from?

USA
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Shirley | First name meaning

"Shirley" originates as an English place name. It combines the Old English words "scir," meaning bright or clear, and "leah," meaning a clearing or wood. Therefore, Shirley literally translates to "bright clearing" or "shining wood." Place names were often adopted as surnames, and from there, some surnames transitioned into given names. The use of Shirley as a given name, particularly for girls, gained popularity in the 19th century. Charlotte Brontë's novel *Shirley*, published in 1849, significantly boosted its appeal. Before this, it was primarily a surname. The name's popularity peaked in the early to mid-20th century in English-speaking countries like the United States and the United Kingdom. Common diminutives include Shirl and Lee.

Atter

| Last name meaning

The surname Atter has its historical roots primarily in England, where it is believed to have originated as a locational surname, derived from places named with the Old English word "ætter," meaning "a place where the water is." This suggests a connection to geographical features such as rivers or marshlands, which were significant in the lives of early inhabitants. Over time, the surname evolved, with variations appearing in different regions, often reflecting local dialects and linguistic changes. The Atter surname may have been associated with individuals who were landowners, farmers, or those engaged in occupations related to water management, such as fishing or milling.

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