Shaka Meaning

What does Shaka mean?

The name Shaka is of African origin.

The meaning of Shaka is "chief".

Shaka is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 5 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced Sha-ka.

The Given Name Shaka

Sophisticated and attractive, it is a name considered by many parents.

An auspicious name, it is one that will be admired.

Shaka is also great as a middle name.

Shaka Popularity

In the U.S. in 2018, less than 5 boys were given the name. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 7,445 in baby name popularity for boys with 11 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

View the Shaka Name Popularity Page to see how the popularity trend for Shaka has changed since 1880, or to compare the popularity of Shaka to other names.

Shaka Related Names

Famous Shakas

Shaka Numerology

What will your new littleShaka be like?

It may all be in the numbers.

The numbers that make up your child's name.

Numerology may give you some insight.

Children named Shaka are often formal and exacting but most of all they are read more >>

Shaka Name Fun

Would you like to fingerspell the name Shaka in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Shaka.

Just for fun, see the name Shaka in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Shaka in Nautical Flags page.