Rakisha
ruh-KEE-shuh
Letters
7
Syllables
3
Origin
African
Total Births
173
Peak Year
#21 in 1981
First Recorded
1975
Style
Modern & Trendy
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An invented name, likely inspired by similar-sounding names. Could be seen as a variation of Shakira or other names with African roots.
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
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