Shaka
Boy nameShaka has been given to 839 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It peaked in 1987. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Shaka.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
839
Peak year
1987 (53 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1970
10-year trend
0%
Gender split
17% girls / 83% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shaka — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shaka.
Sibling name ideas for Shaka
Same era and popularity as Shaka, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shaka?
Shaka has been given to 839 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shaka peak?
Shaka peaked in 1987, when 53 babies were given the name.
Is Shaka a girl or boy name?
Shaka is primarily a boy name (83% of babies named Shaka are boys).
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