Sheila
Sheila is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Anglicized form of Síle, derived from Cecilia, meaning blind or heavenly.
Origin and history
Sheila is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Síle, which itself derives from the Latin name Caelia or Cecilia. Though primarily used as a feminine name in modern times, it has historically appeared in rare instances as a male name in U.S. birth records. It was most frequently given to boys in the mid-20th century, though it remains extremely rare for males today.
Popularity in the United States
648 babies in the United States have been named Sheila since 1880. It ranks #4028 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- MA (30.4 %)
- NY (26.1 %)
- DC (21.7 %)
- MI (21.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 50 |
| 1940-1950 | 90 |
| 1950-1960 | 155 |
| 1960-1970 | 211 |
| 1970-1980 | 93 |
| 1980-1990 | 44 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Sheila is the standard Anglicization of the traditional Irish female name Síle.
- Over 600 males in the U.S. have been officially named Sheila since official recording began in 1880.