Shakena
Shakena is a girl baby name. Ranked #47,098 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shakena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 387 babies have been named Shakena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shakena is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #47,098 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #47,098
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Shakena
Shakena is a girl name .
Shakena is currently ranked #47,098 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shakena include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shakie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis