Shella is a unique and elegant feminine given name, derived from the Greek 'Helena', which means 'torch' or 'light'. It consists of five letters: S-h-e-l-l-a, making it a melodic name to pronounce and spell. The name Shella has gained popularity in recent years due to its distinctive sound and spelling, while still maintaining a classic roots in ancient Greek nomenclature.
The name Shella experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the century. The most popular years were 1956 with 33 births and 1957 with 42 births. However, it appears that its usage declined sharply after the mid-20th century, with only a handful of births per year from the late 1970s onwards.