Shila

Meaning of Shila

Shila is a female name with English origins. It is pronounced as SHEE-luh (/ˈʃiːlə/). The name has variations, with Sheila being a common alternative spelling. Shila has been given to newborn girls in the United States since at least the 1940s. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it remains a name that parents choose for their daughters. In recent years, Shila has ranked around the 10,000 mark in terms of occurrence, indicating that it is not an extremely popular choice but still holds appeal for some families.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as SHEE-luh (/ˈʃiːlə/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

Notable People Named Shila

Shila Amzah, a Malaysian singer-songwriter, gained fame with her pop studio albums and won awards for her hit single "Patah Seribu."
Shila Mehta is a renowned Indian Classical dance artist, choreographer, and composer, known for her expertise in the North Indian form of Kathak and for founding the Nupur Zankar Academy of Performing Arts and Research Centre in Mumbai, India.
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