Shakeya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-KEY-ah / /ʃəˈkeɪ.ə/African; Arabic
Meaning
African: 'gift'; Arabic: 'to be grateful'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shakeya is believed to have African roots, often associated with various cultures across the continent. It may also have Arabic influences, reflecting the historical interactions between African and Arab cultures. Names similar to Shakeya often convey positive attributes such as gratitude and appreciation. The name is relatively modern and may be more common in certain communities.
Trend Summary
The name Shakeya has seen limited popularity in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shakeya was first seen in the United States in 1975. Shakeya has ranked as high as #1197 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Georgia, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Shakeya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shakeya (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 39 |
| 1984 | 37 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 28 |
| 1987 | 30 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 34 |
| 1990 | 38 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 50 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |