Shilpa
Shilpa is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,466 in the US, popular nicknames include Shi, Shy, and Shiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shilpa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 573 babies have been named Shilpa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shilpa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,466 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,466
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Shilpa
Shilpa is a girl name .
Shilpa is currently ranked #35,466 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shilpa include Shi, Shy, Shiie, and Shilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shilpa include Shiloh . 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