Shaker is of Arabic origin, meaning 'to shake' or 'agitate'. It is derived from the verb shaakar, which implies movement or disturbance. This name has been popularized in various cultures and is often associated with the Shakers, a religious sect known for their simple life and distinctive furniture.
The name Shaker has seen fluctuating popularity over time with peaks occurring in 1981, 1983, and 2011, while experiencing a decline in recent years as evidenced by the total of 32 births recorded between these years.