Jakira is of African origin, derived from the Swahili language. It means 'intelligent' or 'wise'. The name gained prominence internationally due to its usage in literature and popular culture. Notably, it was used for a character in the American television series 'The Wire'. Jakira is also used as a given name in various countries worldwide.
The name Jakira experienced a significant rise in popularity between 1992 and 2003, with the highest number of births occurring in 2003 at 72 births. However, since then, its popularity has declined steadily, with only 8 births recorded in 2023. Overall, there have been a total of 1320 births named Jakira from 1983 to 2023.