Zakeia is of African origin, derived from Swahili and meaning "wise" or "intelligent". It's a unique name that carries a strong and confident aura. Zakeia was the first female student to graduate from Howard University in Washington D.C., demonstrating its association with empowerment and trailblazing. The name has been popularized by notable figures like American actress and singer, Raven-Symoné. Zakeia is often used as an alternative to more common names like Zakaria or Zeina, offering a distinctive yet equally appealing option for parents looking for a meaningful and captivating name.
The name Zakeia was only given to babies once during its recorded history - nine times in 1998. Since then, it has not been chosen for newborns again, making the total number of births with this name a mere nine.