"appreciative, recognizing good"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Shakir
Pronunciation: [ sh-AK-ihr ]
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A divine Islamic name meaning the Grateful One
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The Story of Shakir
Shakir comes from the Arabic root sh-k-r, meaning to give thanks or to be grateful. It is one of the 99 names (Asma ul Husna) used in Islamic tradition to describe attributes of God, where Al-Shakir means the Appreciative One who recognizes and rewards good deeds. The name has been widely used throughout the Islamic world for over a millennium.
Shakir is consistently popular in Muslim communities across the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia, and among Muslim diaspora communities in the West. Its religious significance as a divine attribute name gives it enduring appeal in Islamic naming traditions.
As one of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah in Islam, Shakir carries deep spiritual meaning. Naming a child Shakir is seen as an expression of gratitude and a prayer that the child embody thankfulness throughout life.
Historical Record
Shakir first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 1,204 babies have been named Shakir in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shakir is past its peak , currently ranked #5,070 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Al-Shakir is one of the 99 Names of Allah in Islam, meaning the One who appreciates and rewards good deeds
- The Arabic root sh-k-r (gratitude) is one of the most frequently invoked concepts in the Quran
Shakir in Other Languages
Urdu
شاکر
Arabic
شاكر
Bengali
শাকির
Persian
شاکر
Turkish
Sakir
Popularity Over Time
#5,070
Current Rank
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Peaked 1993
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,070
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Islamic South Asian African
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Shak
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shakir
What does the name Shakir mean?
"appreciative, recognizing good" (from Arabic). Shakir comes from the Arabic root sh-k-r, meaning to give thanks or to be grateful. It is one of the 99 names (Asma ul Husna) used in Islamic tradition to describe attributes of God, where Al-Shakir means the Appreciative One who recognizes and rewards good deeds. The name has been widely used throughout the Islamic world for over a millennium.
What is the origin of the name Shakir?
Shakir has Arabic, Islamic, South Asian, and African origins. In Arabic, it means "appreciative, recognizing good".
Is Shakir a boy or girl name?
Shakir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5070. As a girl name, it is ranked #54307. Shakir is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Shakir?
Shakir is pronounced sh-AK-ihr.
How popular is the name Shakir?
Shakir is currently ranked #5070 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Shakir?
Common nicknames for Shakir include Shak.
What are good middle names for Shakir?
Popular middle name pairings include Shakir Ali, Shakir Omar, Shakir Hassan, Shakir Ibrahim, Shakir Khalid, and Shakir Tariq.
What are good sibling names for Shakir?
Names that pair well with Shakir as siblings include Kareem, Malik, Tariq, Zainab, Fatima, Nadia, and Yasmin.
How many syllables does Shakir have?
Shakir has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Shakir a common or rare name?
Shakir is an uncommon name, ranked #5070 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Shakir?
Related spellings include Shakur.
About the Name Shakir
Shakir is a boy name with Arabic, Islamic, South Asian, and African origins . The name means "appreciative, recognizing good" in Arabic .
Is Shakir a boy or girl name? Shakir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,070 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #54,307. Shakir is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shakir is currently ranked #5,070 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Shakir has 2 syllables and is pronounced sh-AK-ihr, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Shakir include Shak. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shakir include Shakur . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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