Shaquita
Shaquita is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of the prefix Sha- and the diminutive suffix -quita (meaning 'little one').
Origin and history
Shaquita is a contemporary American name that emerged in the late 20th century, combining the popular prefix 'Sha-' with the suffix '-quita' (inspired by names like Marquita or Bonita). It experienced peak popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s. Today, it is rarely given to newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,391 babies in the United States have been named Shaquita since 1880. It ranks #3608 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- IL (17 %)
- GA (15.3 %)
- MS (10.5 %)
- NC (9.4 %)
- FL (8.1 %)
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 | 226 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,225 |
| 1990-2000 | 892 |
| 2000-2010 | 48 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Quita, Shay
Fun facts
- The name Shaquita saw its highest U.S. usage during the 1980s and early 1990s.
- It was created by pairing the trendy 'Sha-' prefix with 'quita', an element borrowed from Spanish diminutives.