Shakira

Girl

Shakira is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning "Grateful and thankful.". It is pronounced shuh-KEER-uh. Today it is a popular name (popularity 82/100).

Arabic origin · /shuh-KEER-uh/ · exotic

Meaning: Grateful and thankful.

Popularity 82/1003 syllablesPeaked 2002→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Shakira

What does Shakira mean?

Shakira means "Grateful and thankful.". It is of Arabic origin.

Is Shakira a boy or girl name?

Shakira is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Shakira?

Shakira is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 82/100. It was most popular in the 2000s.

How is Shakira pronounced?

Shakira is pronounced shuh-KEER-uh.

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