Admirable or hawk-like
Shaylah is a modern phonetic variant of the Irish name Sheila, which is the Gaelic form of Cecilia. It is also sometimes associated with the Arabic name Shaila, meaning 'little mountain' or 'admirable'. In contemporary usage, it is often chosen for its soft, melodic sound and connection to Celtic roots.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Shaylah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the fantasy novel series · The Malloreon
American voice actress
