Holding steady.
Popularity of Shelina since 1965
Babies named Shelina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 30 |
| 1970s | 165 |
| 1980s | 155 |
| 1990s | 76 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shelina is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1965. It reached its peak usage in 1973, but has never entered the top 1000 rankings. Its trajectory has remained stable but low, with no recorded births in recent years. The name is a modern English coinage, likely inspired by the phonetic appeal of names like Sheila, Selina, or Rosalina. Without clear etymology or cultural roots, Shelina remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name. No top states are associated with its use, reflecting its sparse distribution across the country.
Shelina first appeared in U.S. records in 1965, likely a modern coinage formed from the fashionable sound of names like Sheila or Selina combined with the -ina suffix. It saw modest use in the 1970s and has remained rare, never ranking in the top 1000. Its precise derivation is not recorded in standard reference works.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shel, Lina
Sibling names for Shelina
Names that share Shelina's style, for a brother or sister.
