Origin and Meaning of Shaquira

Grateful and determined

Origin: American - Shaquira is a modern name that is likely derived from the Arabic name 'Shakira,' which means 'grateful.' The addition of the 'a' may suggest a feminine variation or creative adaptation.

• Shaquira is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly within African American communities.
• The name has been influenced by notable public figures, especially Shakira, the Colombian singer whose name is phonetically similar, though distinctly different in origin.
• Shaquira has been used sporadically in popular culture, with several fictional characters bearing the name in various media.
• Popularity for Shaquira has remained relatively low, with fewer than 1,000 occurrences in the United States, although it has had spikes within specific communities.
• Variations of the name include Shakira, Shakera, and other similar phonetic adaptations that maintain a similar sound and feel.