Shelia is a variant spelling of Sheila, which originated as an anglicized form of the Irish given name Síle. The name is derived from the Irish word síol, meaning 'sunray', and it was traditionally bestowed upon girls born at sunrise. This charming moniker has gained popularity worldwide due to its musical sound and graceful elegance.
The name Shelia was popular from the mid-1950s to the early 1970s, with a peak of 11 births in 1965.