Shelagh
girl nameShelagh entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #2053 in 1950, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1942–2025
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rank today
#2053
peak (1950)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4550 |
| 1950s | #3734 |
| 1960s | #3084 |
| 1970s | #5728 |
| 1980s | #8657 |
| 1990s | #11859 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Shelagh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shelagh alive today was born around 1965, making them about 60 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shelagh in 2025?
- Shelagh is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shelagh most popular?
- Shelagh peaked in 1950, reaching #2053 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shelagh with classmates?
- Shelagh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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