Likely a modern variant of Arabic names meaning 'thankful'
Shakea is a modern American name likely derived from the Arabic root 'sh-k-r', which relates to gratitude and thankfulness. It is often used as a variation of names like Shakia or Shakiya, blending traditional roots with contemporary phonetic preferences.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Shakea in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
