Sheila Shaw Name Meaning & Origin
/SHEE-luh SHAW/Name Origin
The name Sheila is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Síle, which is the Irish form of Cecilia. It became popular in English-speaking countries in the 20th century. Shaw is an English surname originating from Old English, meaning 'wood' or 'thicket,' often used as a topographic surname.
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British (Anglo-American) 70% -
American (Anglo-American) 20% -
Australian (Anglo-Australian) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Sheila
- Last Name: Shaw
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
Famous People Named Sheila Shaw
Famous people named Sheila include Sheila E., an American singer and percussionist; Sheila Copps, a Canadian politician; and Sheila Kitzinger, a British natural childbirth advocate.
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Sheila Shaw Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 9
People with this name tend to be: Humanitarian, generous and compassionate.