Shelia: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: sh-ehl-ee-ah
Origin: Unspecified
gender-female

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Region Origin: Global
Meaning: Shelia carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Shelley is a name with rich history and multiple meanings. The name 'Shelley' originated from an English surname and is also widely used as a given name, particularly for girls, it is derived from a place name meaning "clearing on a bank" in Old English. The name has evolved over time, initially used as a boy's name but later gaining popularity as a feminine given name after the 1940s. It is also associated with literary and cultural icons, such as Mary Shelley, the author of _Frankenstein_, and Percy Bysshe Shelley, a renowned romantic poet.

Shelia Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Shelia is currently #18819 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Shelia is currently #10697 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Shelia is currently #9751 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Shelia is currently #5542 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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