UK girl's name
Shailee
Feminine name of Indian origin referring to the moon or moonlight.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1997. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Shailee is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Shailee popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1997 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3824, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1997 to 1997. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Shailee is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Shailee. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1998 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Shailee ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales in 1997, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 girls were registered as Shailee.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shailee as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3824
1997
Births in 1997
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Shailee mean?
The name Shailee has its roots in the Sanskrit language, originating in ancient India. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Shalya," meaning "sharp" or "pointed." In Hindu mythology, Shalya was also the name of a king known for his archery skills.
The earliest known usage of the name Shailee can be traced back to the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. In this epic, Shailee was mentioned as the name of a warrior who fought alongside the Pandavas in the great battle of Kurukshetra.
Throughout history, the name Shailee has been associated with strength, courage, and resilience. One notable figure bearing this name was Shailee Ghatsila, a 16th-century Indian queen who ruled the Ghatsila Kingdom in present-day Jharkhand. She was known for her wise leadership and commitment to the welfare of her subjects.
Another famous bearer of the name was Shailee Gupta, a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer from the 20th century. Born in 1924, she was instrumental in reviving and popularizing the Kathak dance form, earning numerous accolades and awards for her contributions to the arts.
In more recent times, Shailee Shetty, an Indian actress and model born in 1983, has gained recognition for her work in various Bollywood films and television shows. Her portrayal of strong and independent characters has made her a role model for many young women.
Additionally, Shailee Basnet, a Nepali mountain climber born in 1991, made history as the youngest woman to summit Mount Everest in 2008 at the age of 16. Her remarkable achievement has inspired many aspiring mountaineers and adventurers around the world.
While the name Shailee has its origins in ancient India, it has transcended cultural boundaries and gained popularity across various regions and communities, cherished for its beautiful sound and powerful connotations of strength and determination.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Shailee by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shailee was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Shailee: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shailee in the UK right now?
In 1997, Shailee was ranked #3824 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Shailee most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Shailee in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shailee?
Feminine name of Indian origin referring to the moon or moonlight.
How many people are called Shailee in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Shailee across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.