Shaquile
A masculine name from Arabic meaning "gift from God".
Name Census estimates that about 124 living Americans carry the first name Shaquile. It is a predominantly male name (94.5% of registrations). The average person named Shaquile today is around 32 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Shaquile births was 1993 (55 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Shaquile. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
124
~ 1 in 2,764,148 Americans
Peak year
1993
55 babies that year
Average age
32
years old
1999 SSA rank
#9,709
Tracked since 1991
Gender
Gender distribution for Shaquile
Shaquile leans heavily male at 94.5% of total registrations, but 7 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Shaquile as a male name
- Ranked #9,709 in 1999
- 6 male births in 1999
- Peak: 1993 (48 births)
Shaquile as a female name
- Ranked #11,580 in 1993
- 7 female births in 1993
- Peak: 1993 (7 births)
Popularity
Shaquile: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Shaquile by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Shaquile during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 120 | 7 | 127 |
Geography
Where Shaquiles live
Origin
Meaning and history of Shaquile
The name Shaquile has its origins in the Arabic language, tracing back to the early medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Arabic word "shaqq," which means "to split" or "to cleave." This connection may suggest the name's association with courage, determination, or perseverance.
In the early Islamic era, the name Shaquile was occasionally found in historical records and manuscripts from the Middle East and North Africa. However, its usage was relatively uncommon compared to other Arabic names of the time. Some scholars speculate that the name may have held religious or cultural significance, but concrete evidence remains scarce.
The earliest recorded individual bearing the name Shaquile is Shaquile ibn Abdallah, a 9th-century scholar and mathematician from Baghdad. He is credited with contributing to the development of algebra and making advancements in the field of mathematics during the Islamic Golden Age.
Another notable figure in history with the name Shaquile is Shaquile al-Andalusi, a 12th-century poet and philosopher from Andalusia (modern-day Spain). His works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, earning him recognition among the literary circles of his time.
In the 14th century, Shaquile al-Kurdi was a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian from Kurdistan. His teachings and interpretations of religious texts had a lasting impact on the intellectual discourse of the region.
During the 16th century, Shaquile al-Maghribi was a skilled artisan and metalworker from Morocco. His intricate and ornate metalwork, adorned with intricate designs and calligraphy, garnered praise and admiration throughout the Maghreb region.
In the 18th century, Shaquile ibn Hamza was a prominent military leader and strategist from Egypt. He played a crucial role in defending the region against foreign invasions and is remembered for his tactical prowess on the battlefield.
While the name Shaquile has remained relatively rare throughout history, these examples illustrate its presence across various cultures, professions, and time periods, ranging from scholars and philosophers to artisans and military leaders.
People
Shaquile + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Shaquile as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Shaquile: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Shaquile?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 124 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Shaquile going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,764,148 US residents.
Is Shaquile a common name?
We classify Shaquile as "Very Rare". It ranks above 67.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 127 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Shaquile most popular?
The single biggest year for Shaquile was 1993, when 55 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Shaquile is about 32 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Shaquile a male name?
Yes, 94.5% of people registered as Shaquile in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.