Shakirah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-KEER-ah / ʃəˈkɪərəArabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: grateful; Swahili: one who is thankful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shakirah has roots in Arabic, where it is derived from the word 'shukr,' meaning gratitude. In Swahili-speaking cultures, it embodies the concept of thankfulness. The name is often associated with positive attributes and is used in various cultures that appreciate the value of gratitude.
Trend Summary
The name Shakirah has seen limited popularity in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shakirah was first seen in the United States in 1976. Shakirah has ranked as high as #1199 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Shakirah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shakirah (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| PA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 31 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 26 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 42 |
| 1993 | 41 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 38 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |