Shaquita is an enchanting name of African origin, derived from the Arabic word 'Shak' meaning 'grateful.' It's a variant spelling of the more common Shaquana, but no less distinctive in its own right. The name gained popularity during the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States and the United Kingdom.
The name Shaquitta had a peak popularity between 1986 and 1993 with 19 to 27 births per year during this period.