Shakila Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-KEE-lah / /ʃəˈkiːlə/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'beautiful'; Persian: 'charming'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shakila has roots in Arabic and Persian cultures, often associated with beauty and charm. It is used predominantly in Muslim communities and can reflect cultural values of aesthetics and grace. The name is sometimes given to girls to symbolize inner and outer beauty.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shakilah
International Variants
- Shakila (Arabic)
- Shakila (Persian)
Famous people named Shakila
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shakila was first seen in the United States in 1975. Shakila has ranked as high as #1166 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in New York, North Carolina, Virginia, Illinois, and California. In the past 5 years the name Shakila has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shakila (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 33 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 52 |
| 1992 | 75 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |