Sheikh
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Willow farm, sheltered estate
Origin: English/Norse
Popularity: Ranked #6093 in 2025 with 15 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Sheila, meaning willow farm, sheltered estate.
Similar names: shreenika, sheila, sheily, sheina, shrika, shiah
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Sheikh? About 1 in 221,900 babies born in 2025 were named Sheikh, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Sheikh
What does the name Sheikh mean?
Sheikh means “Willow farm, sheltered estate” from English/Norse roots.
What is the origin of the name Sheikh?
Sheikh has English/Norse origin. The traditional meaning is “Willow farm, sheltered estate”.
How popular is Sheikh?
Sheikh ranked #5861 in 2025 — given to 15 babies that year.
When was Sheikh most popular?
Sheikh peaked in 2020 with 20 babies registered that year.
Is Sheikh a boy or girl name?
Sheikh is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Sheikhs in registered births are male.
Is the name Sheikh rising or falling in popularity?
Sheikh has risen 10153 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #16014 in 2020 to #5861 in 2025.
How long has Sheikh been recorded?
Sheikh appears in birth records across 34 years — from 1991 through 2025.