Shakirah
Shakirah is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,188 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
Shakirah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 808 babies have been named Shakirah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shakirah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,188 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,188
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Shakirah
Shakirah is a girl name .
Shakirah is currently ranked #34,188 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shakirah 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