Shakeer is a unique and distinctively pronounced given name of Arabic origin, meaning 'thankful' or 'grateful'. It is often associated with the Islamic concept of thankfulness to Allah for His many blessings. The name Shakeer is believed to encourage its bearer to cultivate an attitude of gratitude and appreciation in their life. Spelled as شاكر in Arabic script, it is pronounced as /ʃɑːˈkiər/ in English. While it may not be among the most common names worldwide, it certainly stands out for its profound meaning and elegant sound.
The name Shakeer peaked in popularity during the mid to late 90s with seven births in 1994 and again in 1998. There was a slight dip in popularity between these years, with five births each in 1995 and 1997. Overall, there were twenty-four babies named Shakeer born during this period.