Grateful or thankful
Derived from the Arabic root 'sh-k-r', which relates to gratitude and appreciation. In Islamic tradition, it is a feminine form associated with the attribute of being thankful to God. It is a rare choice in the United States, often chosen for its rhythmic sound and positive spiritual meaning.
Less common today
Shakura isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,937 in 1997.
Brooklyn-born blues and jazz vocalist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
