Shekena
girl nameShekena entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #7987 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#7987
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #9517 |
| 1980s | #8846 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shekena are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shekena alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shekena in 2025?
- Shekena is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shekena most popular?
- Shekena peaked in 1987, reaching #7987 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shekena with classmates?
- Shekena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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