"God is gracious"
Origin: Hebrew via Gaelic
Language: English
Sheena
Pronunciation: [ sh-EEN-uh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"gift of God"
Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Language: Gaelic
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- Strongly associated with 1980s punk rock via Sheena Easton and the Ramones song
The Story of Sheena
Sheena is the anglicized form of Sine (or Sìne), the Scottish Gaelic equivalent of Jane or Jean. Both ultimately derive from the Hebrew Yohanan through the Latin Johanna, meaning God is gracious. Sine entered Scottish Gaelic as an adaptation of the Norman French Jehane, which arrived with the Norman conquest. The anglicized spelling Sheena made the name accessible to English speakers while preserving something of its Celtic sound.
Sheena peaked in English-speaking countries in the 1970s and 1980s, driven by pop culture: Sheena Eastons 1980 hit Morning Train and the Ramones 1977 punk anthem Sheena Is a Punk Rocker made the name synonymous with a certain rebel spirit. The name has declined since the 1990s as its 80s associations became more pronounced.
In Scotland and Ireland, Sheena remains a name with strong Celtic cultural roots. The Gaelic form Sine (pronounced SHEE-neh) is still used in Scottish Gaelic-speaking communities, making Sheena a bridge between Celtic tradition and English usage.
Historical Record
Sheena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 22,224 babies have been named Sheena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sheena is past its peak , currently ranked #6,578 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Ramones 1977 song Sheena Is a Punk Rocker launched the name into pop culture infamy
- Sheena Easton is one of only five artists to have top-5 hits in the US, UK, and several other charts simultaneously in the early 1980s
Sheena in Other Languages
Irish
Sine
Welsh
Siani
Spanish
Sheena
Scottish Gaelic
Sìne
Popularity Over Time
#6,578
Current Rank
Peaked 1984
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Sheena Iyengar
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Sheena Easton
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1959
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Fictional comic book heroine, one of the first female comic book characters (1937)
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,578
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- Scottish Irish English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Shee
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sheena
What does the name Sheena mean?
"God is gracious" (from Hebrew via Gaelic). "gift of God" (from Scottish Gaelic). Sheena is the anglicized form of Sine (or Sìne), the Scottish Gaelic equivalent of Jane or Jean. Both ultimately derive from the Hebrew Yohanan through the Latin Johanna, meaning God is gracious. Sine entered Scottish Gaelic as an adaptation of the Norman French Jehane, which arrived with the Norman conquest. The anglicized spelling Sheena made the name accessible to English speakers while preserving something of its Celtic sound.
What is the origin of the name Sheena?
Sheena has Hebrew via Gaelic, Scottish Gaelic, Scottish, Irish, English, and American origins. In Hebrew via Gaelic, it means "God is gracious". In Scottish Gaelic, it means "gift of God".
Is Sheena a boy or girl name?
Sheena is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #6578. As a boy name, it is ranked #13052. Sheena is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Sheena?
Sheena is pronounced sh-EEN-uh.
How popular is the name Sheena?
Sheena is currently ranked #6578 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sheena?
Common nicknames for Sheena include Shee.
What are good middle names for Sheena?
Popular middle name pairings include Sheena Marie, Sheena Lynn, Sheena Grace, Sheena Ann, Sheena Rose, and Sheena Dawn.
What are good sibling names for Sheena?
Names that pair well with Sheena as siblings include Fiona, Moira, Callum, Euan, Isla, and Rory.
How many syllables does Sheena have?
Sheena has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Sheena a common or rare name?
Sheena is an uncommon name, ranked #6578 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Sheena
Sheena is a girl name with Scottish, Irish, English, and American origins . The name means "God is gracious" in Hebrew via Gaelic .
Is Sheena a boy or girl name? Sheena is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #6,578 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #13,052. Sheena is more commonly used as a girl name.
Sheena is currently ranked #6,578 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Sheena has 2 syllables and is pronounced sh-EEN-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Sheena include Shee. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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