Sheila
girl name#2645 in 2025Sheila entered the US charts in 1907, peaked at #50 in 1963, ranks #2645 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1907–2025
#2645
rank today
#50
peak (1963)
65
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1266 |
| 1910s | #1077 |
| 1920s | #554 |
| 1930s | #204 |
| 1940s | #91 |
| 1950s | #60 |
| 1960s | #55 |
| 1970s | #129 |
| 1980s | #273 |
| 1990s | #544 |
| 2000s | #916 |
| 2010s | #1658 |
| 2020s | #1935 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sheila has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 195,000 people named Sheila are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sheila alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sheila in 2025?
- Sheila ranks #2645 among US girl names in 2025, with 65 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sheila most popular?
- Sheila peaked in 1963, reaching #50 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sheila with classmates?
- Sheila will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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