Sheila

Meaning of Sheila

Sheila is the Irish version of Cecilia, which means "blind". It can also mean "heavenly."

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Popularity of Sheila

After ranking as high as #658 in 2001, Sheila has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Sheila

• Sheila E.
  Musician, percussionist, singer, songwriter
• Sheila Hancock
  English actress and author
• Sheila Kelley
  American actress
• Sheila Copps
  Canadian politician
• Sheila Young
  American speed skater and cyclist

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Questions about the name Sheila

What does the name Sheila mean?

Sheila means sheila is the irish version of cecilia, which means "blind". it can also mean "heavenly.", and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Sheila a boy's or a girl's name?

Sheila is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Sheila?

Sheila did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Sheila most popular?

Sheila peaked at #658 in 2001.