Find out how popular the first name Sheyli has been for the last 22 years (from 2002 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sheyli by gender

Based on the last 22 years of data, Sheyli is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 23 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sheyli.

The history of the first name Sheyli

The given name Sheyli is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, where it is a variant spelling of the name Shayla or Shaila. This name holds roots in the Arabic word "shail," which translates to "a flowing stream" or "a torrent." The name's origins can be traced back to the 7th century AD, during the time of the Islamic Golden Age in the Middle East.

Sheyli was a relatively common name among Arab women during the medieval period, particularly in regions like the Arabian Peninsula, North Africa, and parts of the Levant. It was often chosen for its poetic connotations and association with the beauty and grace of flowing water.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Sheyli can be found in the poetry of the renowned 8th century Arabian poet, Abu Nuwas. In one of his verses, he refers to a woman named Sheyli, describing her as a captivating beauty with a flowing gait.

Throughout history, there have been several notable women who bore the name Sheyli. One of the earliest was Sheyli bint Abi Lahab, a 7th-century Arab woman who was a contemporary of the Prophet Muhammad. Another notable figure was Sheyli al-Andalusi, a 10th-century poet and scholar from the Andalusian region of Spain.

In the 12th century, Sheyli al-Dimashqi was a renowned Syrian calligrapher and artist whose works adorned the walls of several mosques and palaces in Damascus. A century later, Sheyli al-Baghdadi was a renowned mathematician and astronomer from Baghdad, known for her contributions to the field of trigonometry.

During the Ottoman Empire, the name Sheyli gained popularity among the Turkish aristocracy. One prominent figure was Sheyli Khanum, a 16th-century Ottoman princess and the daughter of Sultan Selim II. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her dedication to charitable causes.

While the name Sheyli has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has been adopted and adapted by various cultures throughout history, each imparting their own unique interpretations and associations with the name.

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