Shelanda is a unique and beautiful given name of American origin, derived from the Old German word 'Shield'. It means "shield warrior", reflecting strength and courage. This name is often spelled in various ways such as Shelandra, Shelandah, or even Shelana, adding to its distinctive charm. The name Shelanda has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and meaningful origin. However, it remains relatively rare, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a special and distinctive name for their daughter.
"Shelanda had a popular start with five births each in 1967 and 1968, before seeing a significant increase to ten births in 1969. After fluctuating between five and ten births from 1970 to 1973, the name experienced another peak in 1974 with twelve births. However, it then began a decline, reaching its lowest point since 1968 with seven births each in 1980, 1981, and 1982. The name's popularity rebounded to ten births in 1986."