Little; handsome
Shaquille is an Americanized variation of the Arabic name Shakil. It gained significant popularity in the early 1990s due to the rise of basketball star Shaquille O'Neal, though it has since become a rare choice for newborns.
About 43 boys were named Shaquille in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Four-time NBA champion and media personality
NFL linebacker formerly known as Darius Leonard
Professional NFL linebacker
The same feel as Shaquille — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
