Sheily Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAY-lee / /ˈʃeɪli/English; Irish
Meaning
sheltered; little fairy
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Sheily is often considered a diminutive of Sheila, which means 'sheltered' or 'protected'. In Irish, Sheila is derived from the name Síle, which is the Irish form of Cecilia, meaning 'blind'. The name has roots in both cultures, reflecting a blend of meanings and significance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Shaylee
- Sheila
- Shelley
International Variants
- Síle (Irish)
- Cecilia (Latin)
Famous people named Sheily
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Fictional characters named Sheily
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sheily was first seen in the United States in 1995. Sheily has ranked as high as #1333 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Sheily has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sheily (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 36 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 36 |