Shakira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Shakira has origins in Arabic and Latin, with a meaning of 'thankful' or 'grateful'. It has evolved from its Arabic roots through Latin influences. The name gained international recognition in the late 20th century due to the popularity of the Colombian singer Shakira. It is associated with positive traits such as creativity and cultural richness, with no biblical relevance.
The name Shakira is most popular in New Jersey, 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, Shakira 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, 'Shakira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1858th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 883rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1009th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4449th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shakira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shakira"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈkɪərə/
Origin
Arabic/Latin
Etymology
The name Shakira is derived from the Arabic word 'شاكِرة' (shakirah), which means 'thankful' or 'grateful'. It is also influenced by the Latin name 'Shakira', which means 'she who is grateful'.
Meaning
thankful, grateful
Language Evolution
Shakirah (Arabic), Shakira (Latin)
Historical Usage
The name Shakira gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly due to the fame of Colombian singer Shakira, who rose to international prominence in the 1990s and 2000s.
Variants & Derivatives
Shaki, Kira
Modern Popularity & Image
Shakira is currently perceived as a global icon in music and fashion, known for her unique voice and dance style. The name is associated with creativity, talent, and cultural fusion.
Famous People
Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, Shakira Caine (model)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shakira"
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 "Shakira"
"Shakira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1858th of 19264 | 780 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 883rd of 27321 | 3,282 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1009th of 35406 | 3,822 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4449th of 30306 | 379 |
Regional Popularity of "Shakira" 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 "Shakira" 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) |
57.24% 1681st/2937 |
25.44% 886th/3483 |
62.59% 2202nd/3518 |
68.79% 2782nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.62% 1202nd/3685 |
11.17% 500th/4475 |
14.65% 761st/5194 |
36.47% 2304th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.22% 1293rd/4582 |
15.34% 792nd/5164 |
10.13% 741st/7313 |
26.54% 1981st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
68.11% 3056th/4487 |
77.72% 5302nd/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shakira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shakira" 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.