Sheilla Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SHEE-lah /ˈʃiːlə/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: derived from 'she' + 'illa'; Hebrew: 'God is my oath'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sheilla is believed to be a variant of the name Sheila, which has its roots in the Irish name Síle, a form of the Hebrew name Shoshana, meaning "lily." The transition from Hebrew to Irish occurred through the influence of early Christian missionaries who brought biblical names to Ireland. The name Síle was adopted into the Irish language and culture, eventually evolving into Sheila as it was anglicized in the 17th century.
The name Sheilla likely emerged as a modern variation of Sheila, incorporating a unique spelling that reflects contemporary naming practices. Historically, the name Sheila gained prominence in the 19th century, particularly in Ireland and among Irish communities abroad.
It is associated with various cultural figures and has appeared in literature and songs, contributing to its resonance in Irish heritage. The name is often linked to the figure of St.
Sheila, a lesser-known saint in Irish tradition, although specific historical records about her life are sparse. The name's biblical connection to Shoshana also ties it to themes of beauty and purity, which have been celebrated in various cultural contexts.
Culturally, the name Sheilla and its variants have been embraced in various forms of art and literature, often symbolizing grace and femininity. The enduring appeal of the name can be attributed to its melodic quality and the positive associations with its meanings.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as Shelly or Sheilagh have emerged, reflecting the name's adaptability and continued relevance in different cultural settings. Overall, Sheilla carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in its linguistic origins and the traditions that have shaped its use over the centuries.
Famous people named Sheilla
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Sheilla Castro is a volleyball player best known for winning multiple Olympic medals and World Championships with the Brazilian national team.
Sheilla is a singer-songwriter best known for her hit songs and contributions to the Brazilian music scene.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sheilla was first seen in the United States in 1941.
Sheilla has ranked as high as #1113 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Sheilla has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Sheilla 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 Sheilla was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Sheilla (1969)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
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 Sheilla.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1962 | 23 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |