Shelia
Pronunciation: [ sh-IHLY-uh ]
Shelia is a girl baby name. Ranked #24,061 in the US, popular nicknames include She, Shy, and Sheie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
How Does It Sound with Your Surname?
Similar to Shelia
See all →What the Shelia report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Shelia the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Historical Record
Shelia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 43,212 babies have been named Shelia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shelia is past its peak , currently ranked #24,061 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #24,061
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Shelia fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Boy Name
Shelia is also used as a boy name, ranked #16147.
View Shelia as a boy name →Similar Names
See all names like Shelia →Compare Shelia with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Shelia and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Shelia sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Middle English origin
"little faith"
#24,113 in US
Swahili origin
"Grace, blessing"
#24,127 in US
Scottish Gaelic origin
"little Ireland (historical settlement)"
#24,033 in US
Spanish origin
"little cross"
#23,892 in US
Irish Gaelic origin
"daughter of the wave or flood"
#24,241 in US
Old French origin
"from the alder grove clearing"
#24,006 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Shelia's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shelia
Is Shelia a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Shelia?
How popular is the name Shelia?
What are common nicknames for Shelia?
Is Shelia a common or rare name?
What girl names are similar to Shelia?
About the Name Shelia
Shelia is a girl name .
Is Shelia a boy or girl name? Shelia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #24,061 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #16,147. Shelia is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shelia is currently ranked #24,061 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shelia include She, Shy, Sheie, and Shelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shelia include Shelby, Shelly . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis