Jakiah: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ahk-ee-ahh
Origin: Unspecified
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Updated on Jun 30, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Sub-Saharan Africa
Meaning: Jakiah represents 'the growing interest in African names and cultural heritage'.

Jakiah is a name with African origins, though its exact meaning and origin are less commonly documented. It is believed to have roots in various African cultures, possibly derived from words meaning "God is my strength" or "God's gift." The use of the name Jakiah has been relatively recent, emerging in the 21st century as parents seek unique and culturally diverse names. Jakiah is important because it represents the growing interest in African names and cultural heritage, symbolizing strength and divine blessing.

Jakiah Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jakiah is currently #26705 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Jakiah is currently #11490 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Jakiah is currently #13453 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Jakiah is currently #5783 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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