Shakita
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Shakita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 1,202 babies have been named Shakita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shakita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #47,094 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #47,094
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Shakita
Shakita is a girl name .
Shakita is currently ranked #47,094 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shakita include Sha, Shak, Shaky, Shakie, Ita, Itay, Itaie, Shy, Shie, and Shakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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