Shaquiel is of African origin, derived from the Arabic name Sha'keyla, meaning 'my portion is God'. It is a unisex name, though more commonly used for males. Spelling variations include Shaquiel, Shaquel, and Schaquel. The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century.
"Shaquiel was quite popular in its first year, with five newborns in 1993."