Shakur Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Shakur has its roots in Arabic, meaning grateful or thankful. It evolved from the Arabic term 'shukr'. The name is associated with positive traits and has become popular in the modern era, especially among Muslim communities, but also resonates with a wider audience due to its notable bearers.
The name Shakur is most popular in Delaware, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Shakur has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Shakur' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3087th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2520th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2648th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 32005th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shakur' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shakur"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈkʊr/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Shakur is derived from the Arabic word 'shukr', which means gratitude or thankfulness. It is often used in Islamic contexts and signifies a person who is grateful.
Meaning
Grateful, thankful
Language Evolution
Shakur, Shukr
Historical Usage
The name Shakur has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly within Muslim communities, as it embodies a positive quality valued in many cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Shakoor, Shakour
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Shakur is perceived as a name that carries cultural significance and is associated with strength and resilience, largely due to its use by notable figures.
Famous People
Tupac Shakur, Mutah Beale (also known as Napoleon Shakur)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shakur"
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 "Shakur"
"Shakur" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3087th of 16616 | 295 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2520th of 24088 | 708 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2648th of 23106 | 579 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 32005th of 35406 | 9 |
Regional Popularity of "Shakur" 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) |
53.43% 1969th/3685 |
26.23% 1174th/4475 |
52.45% 2724th/5194 |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.90% 2378th/4582 |
26.74% 1381st/5164 |
40.95% 2995th/7313 |
62.48% 4663rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
39.89% 1790th/4487 |
37.94% 2588th/6822 |
55.83% 3504th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Shakur" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shakur"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shakur" 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.