Holding steady.
Popularity of Shakeitha since 1975
Babies named Shakeitha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 50 |
| 1980s | 112 |
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shakeitha is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1975. It never reached the Top 1000, but its most common year was 1979, which aligns with a broader trend of creative African American name coinages during that era. The name has remained consistently uncommon, with a stable trajectory through 2025. Its origins are not tied to any single language or culture, representing instead a blend of fashionable sounds and suffixes.
Shakeitha appears to be a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in the 1970s. It likely follows the pattern of African American name creation, combining phonetic elements from existing names such as Shakira (Arabic origin, 'thankful'), Keisha (a variant of Keziah, Hebrew 'cassia tree'), and the popular suffix -itha, seen in names like Tabitha. There is no evidence of a traditional etymology or use outside of the United States.
Sibling names for Shakeitha
Names that share Shakeitha's style, for a brother or sister.
