Name meaning
Shakura
A name carrying the meaning of one who gives thanks, deeply expressing his gratitude.
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Name meaning and origin
Shakura is the feminine form of the name Shukur, which comes from the Arabic root "sh-k-r" (to give thanks, to be grateful), and it means one who gives deep thanks and appreciates blessings. The same root appears in As-Shakur, one of the beautiful names of Allah (Fatir, 35:30), which adds spiritual depth to the name.
As a boy's name, Shakur was used alongside Shukur and Shukru in the Arabic-Muslim environment, while Shakura is its independent feminine form built with the "ə" suffix; it belongs to the same pattern as names formed in the same mold, such as Sabira and Rashida. Though not widespread in Azerbaijan, it is one of the names welcomed among religious families, as it carries such valuable meanings as gratitude and satisfaction.
Name details
- Gender
- Girl's name
- Origin
- Ərəb mənşəli
- Letter count
- 6
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Variants
- Shakura
- Pronunciation
- ʃæ.ku.ˈræ
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Shakura?
Shakura means one who gives heartfelt thanks and appreciates blessings; it is the feminine form of the word Shakur.Is the name Shakura mentioned in the Quran?
No, the name Shakura itself does not appear in the Quran, but As-Shakur, which shares the same root, is one of the beautiful names of Allah (Fatir, 35:30).Is Shakura a boy or a girl name?
Shakura is a girl name.