Holding steady.
Popularity of Shakila since 1975
Babies named Shakila per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 74 |
| 1980s | 116 |
| 1990s | 268 |
| 2000s | 73 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Shakila first entered U.S. birth records in 1975, reflecting immigration and cultural exchange from Arabic-speaking and Muslim-majority regions. It reached its peak popularity in 1992, though it has never broken into the top 1,000 names and remains a relatively rare choice. As of 2025, the name's trajectory is stable, and it is most commonly chosen by families looking for a distinctive yet meaningful feminine name with Arabic roots. Despite its rarity nationwide, Shakila carries a clear meaning of beauty and has variants used across different cultures.
Shakila is a feminine given name of Arabic origin, derived from the Arabic word 'shakil' meaning 'beautiful' or 'handsome'. It is the feminine form of the name Shakil. While less common than similar names like Shakira, Shakila has been used across Muslim-majority countries and among Arabic-speaking communities, as well as in South Asia and other regions influenced by Islamic culture. Its usage in the United States has been modest but steady since the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shaki, Kila, Lala
Sibling names for Shakila
Names that share Shakila's style, for a brother or sister.
