Shelah: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: sh-ehl-ahh
Origin: Israel
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Shelah means 'sent'.

The first name Shelbey is a variant of Shelby, which is of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word "scelf," meaning self or self-governing. The name has been popularized in the United States and has undergone various spellings over time. Shelbey is derived from Old Norse, meaning 'willow farm' or related to a village, without any implication of strength or independence.

Shelah Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Shelah is currently #34775 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Shelah is currently #20291 on Kiindred Girl Names

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