US Popularity:28336
Origin:Indian
Other Origin(s):Hebrew, Irish, Latin, Sanskrit, Welsh
Meaning:Gentle; Expressing; Rock; Thunder; Blind
Shila is a feminine Indian and Sanskrit name and respelling of Sheela, with the warm meaning of “gentle” or “expressing.” An admirable quality to have, it can be easy to forget how being kind to ourselves and the world can go a very long way. Luckily baby Shila will always be reminded that tenderness is a noble virtue to embody. As a Hebrew name, Shila means “rock” or “thunder.” This elemental energy lends a lofty title to the baby whose love is as solid as a rock and whose joyful laughter erupts like thunder. Shila may also be a respelling of the Irish Síle, a name ultimately Latin and Welsh in origin derived from Cecilia, meaning “blind.” Prepare to be blinded by baby’s beauty—with the name Shila beautifully adding to baby’s charm.

Shila Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Shila is currently #28336 in U.S. births
Girl:Shila is currently #17191 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#17191
in 2023
- 47
from 2020
In comparison to the previous year's data

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