Shekela
Shekela is a girl baby name. Ranked #11,180 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
Shekela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 82 babies have been named Shekela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shekela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,180 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #11,180
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Shekela
Shekela is a girl name .
Shekela is currently ranked #11,180 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shekela include She, Shy, Sheie, and Shekie. 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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