Shakari
Meaning of Shakari
Shakari is a contemporary feminine given name likely derived from the Arabic-rooted Shakira, itself coming from shakīr, meaning “thankful” or “grateful.” It entered the U.S. Social Security Administration’s baby name listings in 1987—peaking at rank 771 that year—and remained on the charts through 2010, generally hovering between ranks 800 and 975. Pronounced shuh-KAR-ee (/ʃəˈkɑri/), Shakari carries a rhythmic cadence that has resonated within African American and Latin American communities, reflecting its blend of Arabic etymology and Latin-inflected phonetics. Its steady, if modest, presence underscores a preference for names that unite cultural depth with melodic flow.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as shuh-KAR-ee (/ʃəˈkɑri/)
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