Jakiya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-KEE-ah / dʒəˈkiːəAmerican; African
Meaning
American: A modern name; African: Possibly derived from 'Jakiya' meaning 'to be strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jakiya is a contemporary name that has gained popularity in the United States. It is often considered a variant of the name 'Jakia' or 'Jakiya', which may have roots in African cultures. The name reflects a trend towards unique and creative spellings of traditional names. It is predominantly used for girls and has a modern appeal.
Trend Summary
Jakiya has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jakia
- Jakiya
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jakiya was first seen in the United States in 1988. Jakiya has ranked as high as #1190 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Mississippi, Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Jakiya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jakiya (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 6 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 49 |
| 2000 | 54 |
| 2001 | 86 |
| 2002 | 100 |
| 2003 | 86 |
| 2004 | 81 |
| 2005 | 91 |
| 2006 | 97 |
| 2007 | 84 |
| 2008 | 82 |
| 2009 | 66 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 50 |
| 2012 | 51 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 37 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 15 |