Shakiru
Shakiru is a Muslim boy name meaning “Thankful, grateful”.
| Meaning | Thankful, grateful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba form |
| Arabic spelling | شاكر |
| Pronunciation | SHAH-kee-roo |
| Arabic root | ش ك ر (sh-k-r) — thankfulness |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Shakiru
Shakiru is the Yoruba form of Shākir, 'grateful', with a final -u. Gratitude (shukr) to God is a central virtue in Islam, and al-Shākir and al-Shakūr are both used of God, who appreciates the good deeds of His servants. Shakiru is also spelled Sakiru in Yoruba.
Is Shakiru a Muslim name?
Yes. Shakiru is the Yoruba form of Shakir, an Arabic Muslim name meaning thankful.
Is Shakiru in the Quran?
'Whoever volunteers good, then indeed Allah is Appreciative (Shākir) and Knowing' (Quran 2:158).
Where is the name Shakiru used?
Common among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Spellings and variants of Shakiru
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shakiru mean?
Shakiru means 'Thankful, grateful'. It comes from Arabic, Yoruba form.
Is Shakiru a Muslim name?
Yes. Shakiru is the Yoruba form of Shakir, an Arabic Muslim name meaning thankful.
How do you write Shakiru in Arabic?
Shakiru is written شاكر in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Shakiru?
Shakiru is pronounced SHAH-kee-roo.
Is Shakiru mentioned in the Quran?
'Whoever volunteers good, then indeed Allah is Appreciative (Shākir) and Knowing' (Quran 2:158).