Shakia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shakia is an Arabic name meaning 'grateful' or 'thankful'. It has evolved through forms like Shaqiya and Shakiya. The name embodies traits of appreciation and positivity. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. Shakia gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently perceived as a modern and stylish name.
The name Shakia is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Shakia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Shakia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3846th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1449th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4620th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shakia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shakia"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈkiːə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Shakia is derived from the Arabic word 'shakir', which means 'grateful' or 'thankful'. It is often associated with a sense of appreciation and gratitude.
Meaning
grateful, thankful
Language Evolution
Shaqiya, Shakia, Shakiya
Historical Usage
Shakia has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Shaki, Shakiyah, Shakia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shakia is seen as a modern and stylish name, often associated with positive traits such as gratitude and appreciation.
Famous People
Shakia Johnson, an emerging artist known for her contributions to music., Shakia Green, a notable figure in community activism.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shakia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Shakia"
"Shakia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3846th of 19264 | 261 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1449th of 27321 | 1,623 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4620th of 35406 | 463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Shakia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Shakia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
43.47% 1514th/3483 |
93.23% 3280th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.70% 1942nd/3685 |
18.48% 827th/4475 |
21.85% 1135th/5194 |
63.21% 3993rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
77.13% 3534th/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
59.57% 4356th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shakia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shakia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.