Shekela
girl nameShekela entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #5427 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#5427
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7453 |
| 1980s | #9584 |
| 1990s | #10468 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shekela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shekela alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shekela in 2025?
- Shekela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shekela most popular?
- Shekela peaked in 1979, reaching #5427 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shekela with classmates?
- Shekela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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