Arabic · Girl Name
Syakirah.
شاكرة
“Grateful, thankful, appreciative”
- MeaningGrateful, thankful, appreciative
- OriginArabic
- GenderGirl
- Arabicشاكرة
- PronunciationSYA-ki-ra
About the name
Syakirah (شاكرة) is a Arabic name traditionally given to a girl. It means “Grateful, thankful, appreciative.” Islam places emphasis on names with beautiful meanings — the Prophet ﷺ is reported to have occasionally renamed companions whose names carried heavy or unpleasant connotations. A name like Syakirah is safely within the tradition of names that carry dignity, aspiration or righteous association.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Syakirah mean?+
Syakirah means "Grateful, thankful, appreciative". It is a Arabic name, traditionally given to a girl.
How do you write Syakirah in Arabic?+
Syakirah is written شاكرة in Arabic script. Roman spellings vary slightly between regions — the Arabic form is the stable reference.
Is Syakirah a good Islamic name?+
Yes. Syakirah is an established Islamic name of Arabic origin. Islam encourages names with good meanings, and "Grateful, thankful, appreciative" is well regarded.
How do you pronounce Syakirah?+
A simple English reading is SYA-ki-ra. For the authentic Arabic pronunciation, listen to a native speaker — most regional recitation apps and Qur'an platforms have high-quality audio for common names.