Holding steady.
Popularity of Sheba since 1916
Babies named Sheba per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 8 |
| 1920s | 33 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 119 |
| 1960s | 197 |
| 1970s | 358 |
| 1980s | 239 |
| 1990s | 142 |
| 2000s | 35 |
| 2010s | 19 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
Sheba is a biblical name with royal associations, most famously borne by the Queen of Sheba. In the United States, the name first appeared in recorded data in 1916 but has never cracked the top 1000. Its peak usage occurred in 1975, during a period when biblical and exotic names gained modest popularity. The name has maintained a stable trajectory in recent years, though it remains extremely uncommon. With no top states showing significant usage, Sheba is a rare choice that carries ancient prestige without modern ubiquity.
Sheba appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of the Queen of Sheba, who visited King Solomon. The name is often associated with the ancient kingdom of Saba (in present-day Yemen). Its exact meaning is debated; it may derive from Hebrew 'sheva' (seven) or refer to the kingdom. The name has been used occasionally as a given name in English-speaking countries, often evoking biblical royalty.
Sibling names for Sheba
Names that share Sheba's style, for a brother or sister.
