Style, art, or a river
Shaily is a modern variant of the Sanskrit name Shaili, which refers to a particular style, manner, or artistic expression. In some contexts, it is also associated with the concept of a mountain or river, though its primary usage in India relates to grace and character.
Less common today
Shaily isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,563 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).