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Syakira

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Meaning

Thankful

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Southeast Asia

Global Spellings

Arabic سياكيرا
Urdu سیاکیرا
Persian سیاکیرا
Bengali সায়াকিরা
Pashto ساکیرا

Alternate Spellings

Syakira is a feminine title rich in history, originating from Malay roots. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Thankful', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Malay regions, Syakira has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Syakira, a Malay rendering of Shakira, comes from the Arabic root sh-k-r, the root behind Ash-Shakur.

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Etymology

The Malay spelling of the Arabic shakirah, 'grateful, thankful.'

Islamic Significance

Gratitude carries a promise in the Quran: if you are grateful, I will surely increase you (14:7).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across Malay-speaking Muslim communities, particularly as a girl's name.