Shaqueena
Meaning of Shaqueena
Shaqueena is a feminine given name of modern American coinage, most commonly encountered in the United States during the late twentieth century. Its formation exemplifies the morphological creativity characteristic of African American naming conventions from the period, combining the Sha- prefix with the -eena suffix to produce a sonorously balanced, two-stress construct. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, the name has come to be associated with themes of individual expression and cultural affirmation, reflecting broader socio-linguistic trends within its community of origin. While some etymological speculation has linked the designation to the Arabic term shakīnah, denoting “divine presence” or “dwelling,” such an origin remains unsubstantiated in onomastic scholarship; more plausibly, the name functions as a culturally situated innovation, created within a milieu that valued rhythmic and phonetically pleasing appellations. Usage data confirm that Shaqueena maintained a modest rank among newborn girls—hovering between positions 770 and 854 on the national registry between 1983 and 1996—reflecting a niche but persistent appeal. The pronunciation, standardized as /ʃəˈkiːnə/ in American English, underscores the interplay of aspiration and tradition, situating the name within a broader tapestry of late twentieth-century Anglo-American personal naming practice.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as shuh-KEE-nuh (/ʃəˈkiːnə/)
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