Shakira

Shakira: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameArabic origin

Meaning and origin of Shakira

  • A female given name from Arabic, masculine equivalent Shakir.

How popular is Shakira?

12U.S. babies in 2025
#536peak rank (2002)
8,276babies since 1880

Since 1880, 8,276 girls in the U.S. have been named Shakira. Its highest rank for girls was #536 in 2002. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Shakira FAQ

What does the name Shakira mean?

A female given name from Arabic, masculine equivalent Shakir.

What is the origin of the name Shakira?

Shakira is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Shakira?

Since 1880, 8,276 girls in the U.S. have been named Shakira. Its highest rank for girls was #536 in 2002. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Shakira a boy or girl name?

Shakira is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 8,276 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.