Indian name meaning
Sheela
♀ GirlShee·la · 2 syllables
Good character; conduct; virtue
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Sheila, Shila
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.
The letters of Sheela add up to 22, which reduces to 4.
About the name Sheela
Sheela is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Good character; conduct; virtue.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Sheela has the name number 4, “The Builder.” It is also spelled Sheila, Shila.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sheela mean?
Sheela means “Good character; conduct; virtue.” It is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Sheela a boy or a girl name?
Sheela is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Sheela?
Sheela is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Sheela?
In the Chaldean system, Sheela has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
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