Beautiful, grateful, or Gods presence
Shakeena is a name with dual roots, often associated with the Arabic word 'Sakina' meaning tranquility or God's presence, and the Swahili word 'shakini' implying gratitude. In American usage, it emerged as a creative variant within the African American community, blending melodic sounds with spiritual depth. It conveys a sense of peace and inner beauty.
Less common today
Shakeena isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,515 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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