Sheila vs Tegan

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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Tegan

Girl #2,062 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"darling, beloved treasure"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh British Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,062
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Teg

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Sheila Rank #2,010
Tegan Rank #2,062

Sheila is more popular, ranked #2010 vs #2062 for Tegan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Sheila ___

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

Tegan ___

  • Tegan Rose
  • Tegan Leigh
  • Tegan Grace
  • Tegan Nia
  • Tegan Claire
  • Tegan Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Sheila

Bridget Colleen Maureen Patrick Declan

If you choose Tegan

Megan Dylan Rhiannon Owen Seren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheila or Tegan more popular?

Sheila is more popular, ranked #2010 compared to Tegan at #2062 in the United States.

What do Sheila and Tegan mean?

Sheila means "heavenly" (Irish (via Síle) origin). Tegan means "darling, beloved treasure" (Welsh origin).

Are Sheila and Tegan boy or girl names?

Sheila is primarily a girl name. Tegan is primarily a girl name.

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