Sheilagh
girl nameSheilagh entered the US charts in 1952, peaked at #4123 in 1952, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1952–2025
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rank today
#4123
peak (1952)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5113 |
| 1960s | #5920 |
| 1970s | #9067 |
| 1980s | #12362 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sheilagh are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sheilagh alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sheilagh in 2025?
- Sheilagh is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Sheilagh most popular?
- Sheilagh peaked in 1952, reaching #4123 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sheilagh with classmates?
- Sheilagh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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