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The name formally translates to 'thankful' or 'grateful'. In a more personal sense, Shakir represents an individual who moves through the world with an appreciative heart, finding joy in the small things and sharing a spirit of contentment with everyone they meet.
Key Stats
| Total births | 987 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2021 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 2009 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Comeback name | No |
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Shakir Stewart (Music Executive and Senior Vice President at Def Jam Recordings) · Shakir Mukhamadullin (Professional Ice Hockey Defenseman for the San Jose Sharks) · Shakir Brown (Professional Football Cornerback) · Shakir Smith (Professional Basketball Point Guard) · Shakir Greene (Renowned Contemporary Visual Artist and Designer)
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