Shakinah
Shakinah is a girl baby name. Ranked #14,761 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
Shakinah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 147 babies have been named Shakinah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shakinah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,761 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #14,761
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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About the Name Shakinah
Shakinah is a girl name .
Shakinah is currently ranked #14,761 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shakinah 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