Sheyla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sheyla has its roots in the Spanish language and is derived from the Irish name Síle, meaning 'God is my salvation'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Síle and Sheila. Sheyla is recognized for its modern appeal and is often associated with creativity and uniqueness. It holds no significant biblical relevance.
The name Sheyla is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sheyla has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling 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, 'Sheyla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9420th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3520th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1327th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2125th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sheyla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sheyla"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃeɪlə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Sheyla is derived from the Spanish name Sheila, which itself is of Irish origin, a diminutive of the name Síle, meaning 'God is my salvation'.
Meaning
God is my salvation
Language Evolution
Síle (Irish), Sheila (Irish), Sheyla (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name Sheyla began to gain popularity in Spanish-speaking countries in the late 20th century, influenced by the increasing use of the name Sheila in English-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Sheila, Shayla, Shaila
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sheyla is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Sheyla Hershey, known for holding the record for the largest breasts in the world., Sheyla T. Mendez, a notable Mexican artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sheyla"
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 "Sheyla"
"Sheyla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9420th of 19264 | 53 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3520th of 27321 | 453 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1327th of 35406 | 2,589 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2125th of 30306 | 1,067 |
Regional Popularity of "Sheyla" 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 "Sheyla" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
50.79% 2273rd/4475 |
58.55% 3041st/5194 |
33.58% 2121st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.40% 2355th/4582 |
21.71% 1121st/5164 |
17.86% 1306th/7313 |
13.98% 1043rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
36.26% 1627th/4487 |
29.35% 2002nd/6822 |
29.86% 1874th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sheyla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sheyla" 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.