Shakia
Shakia is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Thankful, grateful, or appreciative.
Origin and history
Shakia is a feminine name of Arabic origin, widely interpreted as a variant of Shakira or Shakihah, meaning thankful or grateful. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a modern phonetic variation. Today, it is an uncommon choice for newborn girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
2,358 babies in the United States have been named Shakia since 1880. It ranks #3632 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (22.2 %)
- PA (16.8 %)
- MD (14 %)
- NJ (8.2 %)
- FL (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 198 |
| 1980-1990 | 895 |
| 1990-2000 | 950 |
| 2000-2010 | 281 |
| 2010-2019 | 34 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Arabic root sh-k-r, which relates to expressing gratitude and thankfulness.
- Shakia experienced its highest usage in the United States during the late 1980s and 1990s.