Shalia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAH-lee-uh / ˈʃɑːliəHebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'to be free'; Arabic: 'a flower'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shalia has roots in both Hebrew and Arabic cultures. In Hebrew, it conveys a sense of freedom and liberation. In Arabic contexts, it is often associated with beauty and nature, symbolized by flowers. The name is relatively modern and has gained popularity in various regions, particularly among those seeking unique names with cultural significance.
Trend Summary
The name Shalia has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shalia was first seen in the United States in 1962. Shalia has ranked as high as #1359 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Shalia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shalia (1969)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |