NAME PROFILE
Shakeemah
Originating from the prefix 'La-' combined with 'Dawn', meaning the first appearance of light in the morning. This name describes a person who is a natural light-bringer, possessing an optimistic spirit and a refreshing presence that brightens any room.
Key Stats
| Total births | 16 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1980 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1979 |
| Most recent | 1980 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | African-American, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
✨ Double Letter
Top States
NJ — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%
Notable People
LaDawna Howard (Visual Artist and Arts Educator) · LaDawna Harrington (Inspirational Author of 'The Best You') · LaDawna Minnis (Contemporary Gospel Vocalist) · LaDawna Adams (Consultant and Corporate Strategist) · LaDawna Robinson (Advocacy Leader and Public Speaker)
Nicknames & Diminutives
DawnaDawnyLadaLala
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