Shaleka
Shaleka is a girl baby name. Ranked #27,824 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
Shaleka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 60 babies have been named Shaleka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shaleka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,824 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #27,824
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Shaleka
Shaleka is a girl name .
Shaleka is currently ranked #27,824 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shaleka include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shaleka include Shalom . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis