Shela is an uncommon yet captivating female given name of Hebrew origin. It means "request" or "prayer," suggesting a profound and sincere essence. This name adds a unique touch to its bearer, setting them apart while still being accessible due to its linguistic roots in widely recognized language. Shela's pronunciation is simple yet elegant, phonetically represented as /ˈʃeɪlə/. It consists of two syllables, with the stress falling on the first syllable. In terms of numerology, Shela corresponds to the number 19 or 10 (when reduced), which symbolizes creativity, ambition, and personal magnetism.
The name Shela saw significant popularity from the late 1940s to the early 1960s, with a peak of 44 births in 1950 and consistent numbers between 26 and 40 per year until 1967. However, popularity declined dramatically thereafter, reaching single digits by the mid-1970s, and has remained low ever since, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1983 onwards. Overall, there were a total of 1398 births named Shela between 1935 and 2007.