Thankful or grateful
Shakiera is a variant of the Arabic name Shakira, which is the feminine form of Shakir. It is derived from the root 'shakara', meaning to thank or to be grateful. While less common than the original spelling, it retains the same positive connotations of appreciation and gratitude.
Less common today
Shakiera isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,652 in 1995.
Global pop star and 'Queen of Latin Music'
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
