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Shaka
BoyMeaning of Shaka: Zulu: 'name of the Zulu king'
Shaka is a boy's name most strongly associated with African naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 12418th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#12418
5 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
839
First recorded 1970 · peak 1987
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
83% boys · 17% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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