Shelia

The first name Shelia has the meaning 'the blind one' or 'the one who comes from the Caecilius family'. It is an English variant of the name Sheila.

What does the name Shelia mean?

Shelia means 'the blind one' or 'the one who comes from the Caecilius family'. This name is an English form of Sheila and Cäcilie. Its roots lie in Latin, derived from the Roman family name Caecilius as well as the Latin adjective caecus, which means 'blind'. The name became known through the veneration of Saint Cäcilie. Other variants include Shayla, Sheyla, Shelagh, Sheela, Sheelagh, and Sheilag.

Where does the name Shelia come from?

The origin of Shelia is Latin and Roman, with the meaning 'the blind one'. The Latin word caecus stands for blind or one-eyed. The language is English.

How do you pronounce Shelia?

The sound structure and pronunciation of Shelia: The name is three syllables and softly constructed. In German pronunciation, it is usually articulated as 'Schi-li-a' [ˈʃiːliːa], beginning with a bright, light onset. The following syllables unfold evenly and without harsh transitions. The sequence of vowels creates a flowing, almost gliding sound, while the final 'a' allows the name to end openly. Overall, Shelia conveys a gentle, melodic impression – harmonious and with a calm, flowing sound dynamics.

When is the name day of Shelia?

The name day for Shelia is celebrated on November 22.

Popularity

In Germany, Shelia is a rare first name. In 2015, it ranked 4,092nd on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 11,574th.

Famous people

• Shelia Guyse (American actress)
• Shelia Marie Goss (author from the USA)