Sheila Davidson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sheila Davidson — blind
271K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sheila Davidson is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Sheila is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Sheila (alternatively spelled Shelagh, Sheilagh and Sheelagh) is a common feminine given name, derived from the Irish name Síle, which is believed to be a Gaelic form of the Latin name Caelia, the feminine form of the Roman clan name Caelius, meaning 'heavenly'. Sheila (French singer) (born 1945), real name Annie Chancel, French singer of group "Sheila (and) B. Devotion" Sheila Dara Aisha (born 1992), Indonesian actress and singer Sheila Matthews Allen (1929–2013), American actress Sheila F. Anthony, American attorney Sheila Atim (born c. The surname Davidson: Davidson is a patronymic surname, meaning "son/descendant of David" (or "Beloved Son/Descendant"; 'David' lit. "Beloved One"). In the Highlands of Scotland, where the surname is an anglicised version of the Gaelic "mac Daibhidh", Clan Davidson was traditionally a sept of the Clan Chattan Confederation. There are alternate spellings, including those common in the British Isles and Scandinavia: Davidsen, Davisson, Davison, Daveson, Davidsson. While the given name comes from the Hebrew "David", meaning beloved, Davidson is rarely used as a masculine given name or nickname. Sheila is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 271K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Sheila reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Sheila

Meaning: blind

Latin

Sheila (alternatively spelled Shelagh, Sheilagh and Sheelagh) is a common feminine given name, derived from the Irish name Síle, which is believed to be a Gaelic form of the Latin name Caelia, the feminine form of the Roman clan name Caelius, meaning 'heavenly'. Sheila (French singer) (born 1945), real name Annie Chancel, French singer of group "Sheila (and) B. Devotion" Sheila Dara Aisha (born 1992), Indonesian actress and singer Sheila Matthews Allen (1929–2013), American actress Sheila F. Anthony, American attorney Sheila Atim (born c.

Surname: Davidson

Hebrew

Davidson is a patronymic surname, meaning "son/descendant of David" (or "Beloved Son/Descendant"; 'David' lit. "Beloved One"). In the Highlands of Scotland, where the surname is an anglicised version of the Gaelic "mac Daibhidh", Clan Davidson was traditionally a sept of the Clan Chattan Confederation. There are alternate spellings, including those common in the British Isles and Scandinavia: Davidsen, Davisson, Davison, Daveson, Davidsson. While the given name comes from the Hebrew "David", meaning beloved, Davidson is rarely used as a masculine given name or nickname.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Sheila is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Sheila by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Sheila Davidson

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Sheila Davidson:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Sheila?
The first name Sheila originates from Latin. Sheila (alternatively spelled Shelagh, Sheilagh and Sheelagh) is a common feminine given name, derived from the Irish name Síle, which is believed to be a Gaelic form of the Latin name Caelia, the feminine form of the Roman clan name Caelius, meaning 'heavenly'. Sheila (French singer) (born 1945), real name Annie Chancel, French singer of group "Sheila (and) B. Devotion" Sheila Dara Aisha (born 1992), Indonesian actress and singer Sheila Matthews Allen (1929–2013), American actress Sheila F. Anthony, American attorney Sheila Atim (born c.
When was Sheila most popular?
The name Sheila reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Davidson?
The surname Davidson originates from Hebrew. Davidson is a patronymic surname, meaning "son/descendant of David" (or "Beloved Son/Descendant"; 'David' lit. "Beloved One"). In the Highlands of Scotland, where the surname is an anglicised version of the Gaelic "mac Daibhidh", Clan Davidson was traditionally a sept of the Clan Chattan Confederation. There are alternate spellings, including those common in the British Isles and Scandinavia: Davidsen, Davisson, Davison, Daveson, Davidsson. While the given name comes from the Hebrew "David", meaning beloved, Davidson is rarely used as a masculine given name or nickname.
What are the origins of the name Sheila Davidson?
The name Sheila Davidson combines two different traditions: the first name Sheila has Latin roots, while the surname Davidson originates from Hebrew.
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