Sheila

Girl's name

Sheila is an anglicized form of the Irish name Síle, which is a diminutive of the name Cecilia. It means "blind" or "sixth."

Meaning Blind
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 97
Peak year 1962

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Sheila E. - Musician, singer, and percussionist.
  • Sheila Johnson - Co-founder of BET and philanthropist.
  • Sheila Nevins - Documentary film producer at HBO.
  • Sheila Jackson Lee - U.S. Congresswoman from Texas.
  • Sheila Dikshit - Indian politician and former Chief Minister.
  • Sheila Walsh - Christian author, speaker, and singer.
  • Sheila Copps - Canadian politician and former Deputy Prime Minister.
  • Sheila Lirio Marcelo - Founder of Care.com.
  • Sheila Kuehl - Actress turned politician in California.
  • Sheila Watt-Cloutier - Inuit activist and environmental advocate.

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