Shella Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shella is an English name derived from the Irish name Síle, meaning 'supplanter'. It has evolved through various forms, including Sheila, before becoming popular in the 20th century. The name conveys traits of creativity and individuality, with no biblical connections.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shella"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɛlə/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Shella is believed to be a variant of the name Sheila, which itself is derived from the Irish name Síle, a feminine form of the name Seamus, meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who replaces'.
Meaning
supplanter
Language Evolution
Síle (Irish), Sheila (Irish/English), Shella (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Sheila, Shayla, Shelly
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shella is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shella G. (a contemporary artist), Shella Deegan (a notable writer)
📊 Shella Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Shella Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 42 peak births in 1959
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shella"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shella"
"Shella" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5349th of 9107 | 43 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4107th of 9204 | 88 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2286th of 12526 | 446 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3102nd of 19264 | 357 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7589th of 27321 | 151 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20356th of 35406 | 38 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Shella" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shella" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
85.94% 2452nd/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
85.42% 3005th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shella"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shella" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Shella" in the United States
The name Shella is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shella has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shella' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5349th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4107th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2286th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3102nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7589th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20356th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shella' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.