Shikira
girl nameShikira entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #7313 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#7313
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8532 |
| 1980s | #8407 |
| 1990s | #10594 |
| 2000s | #13235 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Shikira are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shikira alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shikira in 2025?
- Shikira is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shikira most popular?
- Shikira peaked in 1979, reaching #7313 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shikira with classmates?
- Shikira will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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