Shaka
sh(a)-ka
US Popularity:12393
Origin:African
Meaning:Power
Shaka, meaning "power," has African roots. Shaka was the name of a Zulu tribal leader from the early 19th century who shaped a group of tribes into the Zulu nation of southern Africa. He was one of the most important monarchs of the Zulu and transformed their military. This gender-neutral name will imbue baby with a sense of strength, so they know they can tackle whatever life might throw at them. Shaka is also an Arabic girl's name that means "pretty," and is a diminutive of Shakila.
Shaka Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Shaka is currently #3783 on The Bump
Boy:Shaka is currently #2537 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Shaka is currently #2097 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Shaka is currently #12393 in U.S. births
Boy:Shaka is currently #13367 in U.S. births
Girl:Shaka is currently #22831 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1993
Gender:
Girl
#22835
in 1993
- 3613
from 1991
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