Shanekqua
girl nameShanekqua entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #3722 in 1991, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
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rank today
#3722
peak (1991)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10420 |
| 1990s | #6457 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Shanekqua are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shanekqua alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shanekqua in 2025?
- Shanekqua is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shanekqua most popular?
- Shanekqua peaked in 1991, reaching #3722 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shanekqua with classmates?
- Shanekqua will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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