NAME PROFILE
Shakur
Shakur is an Arabic name meaning 'thankful' or 'grateful.' It embodies a spirit of appreciation and recognition of the blessings in life. The name carries a strong connection to resilience and the pursuit of justice, reflecting the values of those who bear it.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,622 |
| Gender | Male (36% / 64%) |
| Peak year | 1997 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1992 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | African-American |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
PA — 38%NY — 27%NJ — 16%NC — 11%CA — 8%
Notable People
Tupac Shakur (Rapper, Actor) · Afeni Shakur (Activist, Mother of Tupac) · Mutulu Shakur (Activist, Tupac's stepfather) · Sekyiwa Shakur (Activist, Tupac's half-sister)
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