Shealy is of Scottish origin, derived from the surname 'Shelley', which was originally an occupational name for a seller of sandals or shoes. It is also associated with places named Shelley in Scotland and England. The name Shealy is quite rare today, but it has a distinct and historical character that sets it apart.
The name Shealy experienced a peak in popularity around the turn of the century with seven births recorded in 2001. However, it appears to have been less common in recent years, with five or six births annually from 2006 onwards. Overall, there were thirty-four babies named Shealy between 1992 and 2007.