Shaleka
girl nameShaleka entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #5751 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#5751
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5751 |
| 1980s | #10398 |
| 1990s | #12443 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shaleka are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shaleka alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shaleka in 2025?
- Shaleka is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shaleka most popular?
- Shaleka peaked in 1979, reaching #5751 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shaleka with classmates?
- Shaleka will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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