Shakala
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Shakala first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 207 babies have been named Shakala in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shakala is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #56,892 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #56,892
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Shakala
Shakala is a girl name .
Shakala is currently ranked #56,892 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shakala include Sha, Shak, Shaky, Shakie, Ala, Alay, Alaie, Shy, Shie, and Shakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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