Shiniqua is a unique and distinctive given name of African-American origin, derived from an African word meaning "beauty". The name gained popularity during the 1970s and 1980s in the United States due to its association with notable individuals such as Shiniqua Johnson, a former professional basketball player.
"The name Shiniqua saw a notable rise in popularity between 1989 and 1992, with the highest number of births recorded in 1990 at 20, followed closely by 1991 with 15 births. The total number of births over this period is 95."