Girl's name · Arabic

Shakira

"Grateful, thankful"

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femaleArabic7 letters

Meaning

Grateful, thankful

About this name

Shakira is a female name of Arabic origin, meaning “Grateful, thankful”. It has 7 letters and starts with the letter “S”.

Pronunciation and spelling can vary by region and language — the transliteration shown here follows common English usage. If you’re choosing this name for a child, it’s worth double-checking the meaning and any religious significance with a knowledgeable local scholar or imam.

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