Holding steady.
Popularity of Shaleah since 1979
Babies named Shaleah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 9 |
| 1980s | 91 |
| 1990s | 128 |
| 2000s | 186 |
| 2010s | 82 |
| 2020s | 8 |
Meaning & origin
Shaleah is a modern invented name first recorded in the United States in 1979, part of a wave of creative names that emerged in the late 20th century. Its usage peaked in 2005, though it never entered the national top 1000. After a period of very low usage, the name has remained stable in recent years, with 2025 recording no significant uptick. As with many names of its type, Shaleah has no documented etymology in established languages, and its meaning is open to interpretation; it likely arose from a combination of the popular 'sha-' prefix with endings like '-lee' or '-lea,' echoing names such as Shania or Kaylee. The name has not been strongly associated with any particular U.S. state, and its bearers are scattered across the country. Lacking ties to traditional naming pools, Shaleah remains a rare and distinctive choice.
Shaleah is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 1979. Its formation likely draws on popular sounds from names such as Shania, Kaylee, or Leah, combining the 'sha-' prefix with a '-lee' or '-lea' ending. It has no known antecedent in other languages or historical naming traditions.
Sibling names for Shaleah
Names that share Shaleah's style, for a brother or sister.
