Sheelah is an uncommon yet distinctive female given name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic word 'Síle,' meaning 'raven.' It is a variant of the more widely known names Sheila and Selah. The name Sheelah is often associated with intelligence and uniqueness due to its rare usage, making it a notable choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter.
The name Sheelah experienced varying popularity over the years, with peaks in the mid-20th century. The most common years for babies named Sheelah were 1943 and 1963, each with 7 births. However, it's notable that there are several gaps where no babies were named Sheelah, such as from 1950 to 1961 and again from 1973 to 1984. Overall, there were a total of 89 babies named Sheelah in the given years.