Lakira is of African origin, specifically from Swahili, meaning 'waiting'. It's a unique and melodic name that gained prominence in recent years, thanks to its distinctive sound and cultural significance.
Lakira saw a significant increase in popularity from the late 1980s to the mid-1990s, with a peak of 23 births in both 1998 and 2001. However, after 2007, its usage began to decline, reaching an all-time low of just 5 births in 2012 and again in 2014. As of 2021, Lakira has been used a total of 453 times since 1978.