Shiela Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shiela is a variant of the Irish name Sheila, which is derived from the Latin name Cecilia meaning 'blind'. The name has evolved from Cecilia to Síle in Irish and then to Sheila in English. Shiela represents a modern interpretation of these names, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shiela"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃiːlə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Shiela is a variant of the name Sheila, which is derived from the Irish name Síle, which itself is a diminutive of the name Cecilia. The name Cecilia is of Latin origin, meaning 'blind'.
Meaning
blind
Language Evolution
Cecilia (Latin), Síle (Irish), Sheila (English), Shiela (variant)
Historical Usage
Shiela gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century as a modern variant of Sheila, which has been in use since the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Sheila, Sile, Cecilia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shiela is perceived as a unique and modern name, though it is less common than its variant Sheila.
Famous People
Shiela MacDonald, a prominent author., Shiela K. Z. O'Brien, a noted actress.
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✨ Shiela Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 216 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 31 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shiela"
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 "Shiela"
"Shiela" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5083rd of 9107 | 50 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1678th of 9204 | 422 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1015th of 12526 | 1,927 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1178th of 19264 | 1,598 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4001st of 27321 | 380 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21917th of 35406 | 31 |
Regional Popularity of "Shiela" 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 "Shiela" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
85.06% 1315th/1546 |
79.05% 1230th/1556 |
- |
66.32% 1026th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
41.09% 915th/2227 |
50.62% 1230th/2430 |
40.55% 1157th/2853 |
34.59% 960th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
37.69% 1107th/2937 |
43.30% 1508th/3483 |
36.98% 1301st/3518 |
30.07% 1216th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
77.76% 4039th/5194 |
49.75% 3143rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shiela"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shiela" 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 "Shiela" in the United States
The name Shiela is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Shiela 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, 'Shiela' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5083rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1678th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1015th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1178th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4001st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21917th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shiela' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.