Sheena Girl

Popularity: #935 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SHEE-nah /ˈʃiː.nə/

Origin: Irish; Scottish

Meaning: Irish: 'God is gracious'; Scottish: 'from the name Sinead'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Sheena is of Gaelic origin, derived from the Irish name Sine, which is a diminutive form of the name Síne, itself a variant of the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." The name Yochanan was translated into Greek as Ioannes, which later evolved into Latin as Johannes. This Latin form influenced various European languages, leading to the emergence of names such as John in English.

The transition from Síne to Sheena reflects the linguistic adaptations that occur as names travel through cultures and languages, particularly in the context of Irish and Scottish Gaelic traditions. Historically, the name Sheena gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly through cultural representations in literature and media.

One notable milestone is the 1950s, when the name began to appear more frequently in English-speaking countries, influenced by the romanticized portrayals of Celtic culture. The name's association with the Gaelic heritage and its melodic quality contributed to its appeal during this period.

Additionally, the name has been linked to various figures in folklore and literature, which helped to solidify its place in cultural narratives. Culturally, Sheena embodies a connection to nature and femininity, often associated with strength and grace.

The name is sometimes linked to the concept of the "fairy queen" in Celtic mythology, which enhances its mystical resonance. This connection to folklore and the natural world has allowed the name to endure in various forms, reflecting the broader themes of identity and heritage within Gaelic culture.

The diminutive form, Sheenie, has also been used affectionately in some contexts, further emphasizing the name's versatility and charm.

Famous people named Sheena

In this section, you will find notable people named Sheena. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Sheena who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Sheena who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.

Sheena Easton is a singer and songwriter best known for Morning Train (Nine to Five), For Your Eyes Only, and Sugar Walls.

Sheena Ringo is a singer-songwriter and musician best known for her albums Shōso Strip, Karuki Zamen Kuri no Hana, and Utaite Myōri.

Sheena McDonald is a journalist and television presenter best known for her work on Channel 4 News, Newsnight, and The Late Show.

Fictional characters named Sheena

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Sheena is a fictional character from the comic book series Sheena, Queen of the Jungle. She is a fierce jungle heroine known for her strength and ability to communicate with animals.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Sheena, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

ShannonSiobhanSineadShaylaShelbySierra

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Sheena. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

ShaynaSelenaSabrinaShiraShilohSiennaShayShaylee

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Sheena was first seen in the United States in 1943.

Sheena has ranked as high as #163 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Sheena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Sheena is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Sheena was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Sheena.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 13 0 13
2024 18 0 18
2023 12 0 12
2022 12 0 12
2021 8 0 8
2020 13 0 13
2019 13 0 13
2018 28 0 28
2017 20 0 20
2016 26 0 26
2015 30 0 30
2014 19 0 19
2013 22 0 22
2012 31 0 31
2011 27 0 27
2010 27 0 27
2009 41 0 41
2008 42 0 42
2007 43 0 43
2006 42 0 42
2005 39 0 39
2004 44 0 44
2003 41 0 41
2002 46 0 46
2001 81 0 81
2000 66 0 66
1999 52 0 52
1998 80 0 80
1997 90 0 90
1996 114 0 114
1995 141 0 141
1994 181 0 181
1993 247 0 247
1992 365 0 365
1991 418 0 418
1990 522 0 522
1989 774 7 767
1988 861 5 856
1987 1,154 0 1,154
1986 1,582 8 1,574
1985 3,082 20 3,062
1984 3,609 12 3,597
1983 2,646 10 2,636
1982 1,961 5 1,956
1981 657 0 657
1980 144 0 144
1979 143 0 143
1978 148 0 148
1977 148 0 148
1976 122 0 122
1975 113 0 113
1974 127 0 127
1973 132 0 132
1972 136 0 136
1971 114 0 114
1970 91 0 91
1969 78 0 78
1968 65 0 65
1967 66 0 66
1966 60 0 60
1965 77 0 77
1964 100 0 100
1963 101 0 101
1962 85 0 85
1961 73 0 73
1960 119 0 119
1959 123 0 123
1958 120 0 120
1957 164 0 164
1956 137 0 137
1955 33 0 33
1954 20 0 20
1953 28 0 28
1952 37 0 37
1951 28 0 28
1950 34 0 34
1949 26 0 26
1948 26 0 26
1947 37 0 37
1946 18 0 18
1945 14 0 14
1944 11 0 11
1943 9 0 9

Top States for Sheena (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 5
100%