Sheilah
Pronunciation: [ sh-EEL-uh ]
Sheilah is a girl baby name. Ranked #67,317 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
Sheilah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,766 babies have been named Sheilah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sheilah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #67,317 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #67,317
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Sheilah
Sheilah is a girl name .
Sheilah is currently ranked #67,317 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sheilah include She, Shy, Sheie, and Sheiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sheilah include Sheila, Sheily . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis