Origin
Swahili (East African)
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Libra
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Shakina is a name often given to girls. Ranked #13725 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Swahili (East African) origin and traditionally means "Graceful and peaceful woman of calm strength". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Shakina
Shakina draws from Swahili phonetic traditions, suggesting serenity and poise. Though rare, it fits modern multicultural families valuing unique yet approachable names. Parents often associate it with compassionate, balanced daughters who radiate quiet leadership and artistic sensitivity.
Popularity
Currently ranked #13725 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Nurturing and responsible.
Seeks harmony.
Grounded and reliable.
Ambitious achiever.
Zodiac & Astrology
Libra
Balances peace and beauty.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Gentle and balancing energy.
Color Aura
Soft Blue
Element
Air
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Aquamarine
Spirit Animal
Dove
Power Word
Harmony
Energy Type
Air × Spring
Personality & Traits
Compassionate
Shows deep empathy.
Graceful
Moves with elegance.
Creative
Expresses artistic flair.
Famous People Named Shakina
Shakina Nayaka
Contemporary artist known for African-inspired works
Shakina in Pop Culture
Shakina
Indie film character
Historical Events
1985
Name appears in East African records.
International Variations
Shakina in Different Scripts
شكينة
Arabic
莎琪娜
Chinese (Mandarin)
シャキナ
Japanese (Katakana)
샤키나
Korean
שקינה
Hebrew
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Shakina:
Shakina Amina
Shakina Zara
Shakina Lila
Shakina Nadia
Shakina Sana
Shakina Rania
Shakina Imani
Fun Facts & Trivia
Evokes African heritage.
Rare in Western usage.
Melodic three syllables.
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shah-KEE-nah
Quick Facts
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