Shelda Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHEL-duh / ˈʃɛl.dəEnglish; German
Meaning
English: shield; German: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shelda is believed to be derived from the Old English word 'scield,' meaning shield, symbolizing protection. It may also have Germanic roots, where it is associated with bravery. The name is relatively uncommon and has seen limited usage in various cultures.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shelda was first seen in the United States in 1935. Shelda has ranked as high as #863 nationally, which occurred in 1941, and has been most popular in North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Shelda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shelda (1948)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 18 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 27 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 18 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 20 |
| 1961 | 21 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |