Will my child share the name Shakirah with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 4 UK babies named Shakirah per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Shakirah in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Shakirah becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Shakirah is declining: down 748 places since 2009, to #4,684 in 2014. It peaked at #1,325 in 2003.

Is Shakirah a good choice for a distinctive name?

Shakirah is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Shakirah a popular baby name in the United States?

Shakirah does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Shakirah is a distinctive choice, ranked #4684 in 2014. Your child is likely to be the only Shakirah in their class.

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UK Rank 2014

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About the Name Shakirah

Shakirah ranked #4,684 in 2014, down from its peak of #1,325 in 2003 — still a familiar name, but past its high point. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1998.

Shakirah is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Shakirah in their class.