Scottish Gaelic girl name
Sìleas Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Sìleas means blind or heavenly (from cecilia). A Scottish Gaelic form of Cecilia or Julia
Sìleas is a Scottish Gaelic name used as an equivalent of Cecilia and sometimes of Julia, and it is a relation of the Irish Síle. It is best known through the poet Sìleas na Ceapaich, a Highland Gaelic poet of the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries who composed songs and elegies. That literary link gives the name a scholarly, musical feel. It is rare today, which makes it a distinctive choice for those who value Gaelic poetry and heritage, and the sound is soft and attractive.
Variants of Sìleas
SileasSheelaghCeciliaSìlis
Well-known people named Sìleas
Sìleas na Ceapaich.
Sìleas popularity: Ireland vs the US
Sìleas does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sìleas mean?
Sìleas means "blind or heavenly (from cecilia)". A Scottish Gaelic form of Cecilia or Julia.
How do you pronounce Sìleas?
Sìleas is pronounced SHEE-las.
What is the origin of Sìleas?
Sìleas is of Scottish Gaelic origin. A Scottish Gaelic form of Cecilia or Julia.