Shelagh
Shelagh is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,133 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
Shelagh first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 474 babies have been named Shelagh in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shelagh is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #66,133 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,133
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Shelagh
Shelagh is a girl name .
Shelagh is currently ranked #66,133 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shelagh include She, Shy, Sheie, and Shelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shelagh include Shelby, Shelly . 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