Shakirah
Girl nameShakirah has been given to 808 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It peaked in 1992.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
808
Peak year
1992 (42 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1976
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shakirah — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shakirah.
Sibling name ideas for Shakirah
Same era and popularity as Shakirah, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shakirah?
Shakirah has been given to 808 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shakirah peak?
Shakirah peaked in 1992, when 42 babies were given the name.
Is Shakirah a girl or boy name?
Shakirah is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Shakirah are girls).
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