Declining since 2008, #5,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Shylah since 1976
Babies named Shylah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 78 |
| 1980s | 118 |
| 1990s | 161 |
| 2000s | 621 |
| 2010s | 619 |
| 2020s | 182 |
Meaning & origin
Shylah entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1976, a latecomer among creative respellings that gained traction in the late 20th century. Its peak year came in 2011, reflecting a broader trend of melodic 'ah'-ending names. Since 2008, its trajectory has been falling, but it remains a distinctive choice. The name is extremely rare; in its latest recorded year (2025), only about 1 in 69,881 girls received it. While it has no recorded concentration in any top state, its similarity to more common names like Shyla and Sheila suggests an English-language, modern origin. Parents drawn to Shylah may appreciate its soft sound and uncommon status, though its etymology remains uncertain.
Shylah first appeared in the United States in 1976, likely as a creative respelling or elaboration of names like Shyla or Sheila. It may also draw from the biblical place name Shiloh, feminized with a fashionable 'ah' ending. Its use remains rare, with occasional peaks in the 2010s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shy, Lala
Sibling names for Shylah
Names that share Shylah's style, for a brother or sister.
