Shatarra

Meaning of Shatarra

Shatarra is a warm-hearted name born in the vibrant tapestry of late-20th-century America, where inventive naming patterns met ancestral echoes. Emerging among African-American families seeking new rhythms, it softly weaves the affectionate “Sha” prefix with the Sanskrit “tara” (star), crafting a melodic promise of a “respected star” destined to light her own way. Spoken as shuh-TAR-uh, it rolls off the tongue like a whispered salsa beat under a summer moon, carrying just enough Latin spice to feel like a fiesta in every syllable. Though it never topped the charts—peaking modestly in the late ’80s and early ’90s—Shatarra remains a hidden gem, a guiding spark for any little chica ready to shine.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as shuh-TAR-uh (/ʃəˈtɑrə/)

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