Shaqueta is a unique and distinctive given name, deriving from African origins, particularly from Swahili culture. It translates to "God's grace" or "grace of God," carrying a profound spiritual connotation. This name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, often associated with the hip-hop culture that embraced African-inspired names. Shaqueta is composed of two elements: 'sha' meaning 'God' and 'queta,' meaning 'grace.' The name is often pronounced /shəˈkɛtə/ in English.
Shaqueta seems to have had a notable rise and fall in popularity from 1979 to 1993, peaking at 16 births in 1987 but dropping to just 5 in 1992.