Shekinah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsheh-kee-nah / ʃɛkɪnɑHebrew
Meaning
Glory; presence of God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shekinah is derived from the Hebrew word 'shekhinah,' which refers to the divine presence of God. In Jewish tradition, it signifies a manifestation of God's glory and is often associated with the presence of God in the world. The term has been used in various religious texts and teachings, emphasizing the importance of divine presence in spiritual life.
Trend Summary
The name Shekinah has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shakinah
- Shekina
International Variants
- Shekinah (English)
Famous people named Shekinah
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Fictional characters named Shekinah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shekinah was first seen in the United States in 1976. Shekinah has ranked as high as #1174 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in Florida, Texas, New York, North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Shekinah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shekinah (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 20 |
| 1982 | 24 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 27 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 35 |
| 1989 | 39 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 48 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 70 |
| 1994 | 59 |
| 1995 | 70 |
| 1996 | 69 |
| 1997 | 73 |
| 1998 | 69 |
| 1999 | 72 |
| 2000 | 109 |
| 2001 | 90 |
| 2002 | 79 |
| 2003 | 81 |
| 2004 | 69 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 65 |
| 2007 | 57 |
| 2008 | 74 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 50 |
| 2012 | 43 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 42 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 17 |