Amelia vs Sheila

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sheila

Girl #2,010 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"heavenly"

Origin: Irish (via Síle)

Cultural Roots

Irish Australian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,010
Total SSA Count
97
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sheil, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Sheila Rank #2,010

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2010 for Sheila.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Sheila ___

  • Sheila Marie
  • Sheila Ann
  • Sheila Kay
  • Sheila Frances
  • Sheila Elizabeth
  • Sheila Catherine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Sheila

Bridget Colleen Maureen Patrick Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Sheila more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Sheila at #2010 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Sheila mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Sheila means "heavenly" (Irish (via Síle) origin).

Are Amelia and Sheila boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Sheila is primarily a girl name.

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