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Sheela

female
Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"God gracious; Laurel"

Name used in Irish and South Asian contexts, with differing etymologies and meanings depending on linguistic tradition.

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Sheela

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Sheela did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

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Baby Name Lists That Include Sheela

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Sheela mean?
Sheela means "God gracious; Laurel". Name used in Irish and South Asian contexts, with differing etymologies and meanings depending on linguistic tradition.
What is the origin of Sheela?
Sheela is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Sheela?
According to the latest SSA data, Sheela is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Sheela a girl name?
Sheela is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Sheela?
Common nicknames can be formed by shortening or modifying the name. Check the Nicknames section above for specific suggestions.
What names are similar to Sheela?
There are many names similar to Sheela in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish, Hindi
Syllables2
Length6 letters
Trend→ Stable
Starts withS

Sibling Ideas

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Sheela has Irish roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Irish baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Sheela appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Beautiful Irish Baby Names and Unique Baby Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Biblical Baby Names and Names That Mean Child Of God for Boys and Girls.

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