Sheba
Pronunciation: [ sh-EEB-uh ]
Sheba is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,924 in the US, popular nicknames include She, Shy, and Sheie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Sheba first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 1,127 babies have been named Sheba in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sheba is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #23,924 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,924
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Sheba
Sheba is a girl name .
Sheba is currently ranked #23,924 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sheba include She, Shy, and Sheie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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