Sheila
boy nameSheila entered the US charts in 1929, peaked at #1454 in 1962, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1929–2025
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rank today
#1454
peak (1962)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3959 |
| 1930s | #2711 |
| 1940s | #2285 |
| 1950s | #2083 |
| 1960s | #1779 |
| 1970s | #3735 |
| 1980s | #5766 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Sheila are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sheila alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sheila most popular?
- Sheila peaked in 1962, reaching #1454 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sheila with classmates?
- Sheila will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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