Sheenagh
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Sheenagh: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1980.
Sheenagh is a distinctly Scottish and Irish variant of Sheena, an anglicised form of the Gaelic Síne, itself derived from Jane—meaning "God is gracious." Among notable bearers is the Welsh poet Sheenagh Pugh, whose award-winning work often explores history and landscapes. The name shares its etymological root with the place name Janestown, but more directly connects to the many Scottish women named Sheena who rose to prominence in the mid-20th century. It is sometimes confused with the Irish name Siobhán, but Sheenagh has its own distinct spelling, popularised across Scotland from the 1970s onward, giving it a lyrical, feminine feel that remains quietly distinctive.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19803 babies
- Latest (1980)
- #5393 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1980
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y