Shakia is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has English origins and is pronounced as shuh-KEE-uh (/ʃəˈkiːə/). The name Shakia is often associated with strength and confidence. It is a variation of the more popular name Shakira. In Maryland, there have been occurrences of newborns being named Shakia dating back to at least 1980, with the highest rank being 243 in 1993. This shows that while not overly common, the name Shakia has been chosen by parents who appreciate its distinctiveness and feminine charm.