Shakina

Meaning of Shakina

Imagine a name that drifts in like a warm Caribbean breeze and glows with ancient promise—that’s Shakina. Born from the Hebrew word Shekinah, meaning “divine presence,” Shakina carries an almost mystical sparkle, as if every time you say shuh-KEE-nuh, you summon a hidden light. She first tapped her toes onto American shores in the early ’80s, bobbing in and out of the top 900 most-chosen girls’ names—a steady companion rather than a flashy chart-topper. Yet in every community from a bustling barrio to a sunlit suburban street, she whispered of faith, grace, and quiet strength. Picture her dancing through salsa rhythms and Sunday prayers alike, weaving spiritual depth with vibrant, Latin-flavored zest—like a bold splash of fuchsia on a whitewashed wall. Shakina feels both timeless and fresh: a faithful echo of ancient devotion and a bright promise for tomorrow’s little girl.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as shuh-KEE-nuh (/ʃəˈkiːnə/)

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Notable People Named Shakina

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