Shaka Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Shaka

"Shaka kaSenzangakhona, also known as Shaka (the) Zulu and Sigidi kaSenzangakhona, was the king of the Zulu Kingdom from 1816 to 1828"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1987 👥 834 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Shaka kaSenzangakhona, also known as Shaka (the) Zulu and Sigidi kaSenzangakhona, was the king of the Zulu Kingdom from 1816 to 1828
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
834
Life Path
Number 4

📖 What Does Shaka Mean?

Shaka kaSenzangakhona, also known as Shaka (the) Zulu and Sigidi kaSenzangakhona, was the king of the Zulu Kingdom from 1816 to 1828. One of the most influential monarchs of the Zulu, he ordered wide-reaching reforms that reorganized the military into a formidable force.

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Shaka kaSenzangakhona, also known as Shaka (the) Zulu and Sigidi kaSenzangakhona, was the king of the Zulu Kingdom from 1816 to 1828. One of the most influential monarchs of the Zulu, he ordered wide-reaching reforms that reorganized the military into a formidable force.

Root Element
Shaka
Core Meaning
"Shaka kaSenzangakhona, also known as Shaka (the) Zulu and Sigidi kaSenzangakhona, was the king of the Zulu Kingdom from 1816 to 1828"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Shaka

S 1
H 8
A 1
K 2
A 1
SUM 4
4
Life Path
Stability & Hard Work
2
Soul Urge
Harmony & Diplomacy
11
Personality
Intuition & Insight

Life Path 4 — Stability & Hard Work: Reliable, disciplined, and exceptionally organized.

📊 Shaka in Numbers

834 US bearers
1987 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Shaka" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Shaka kaSenzangakhona, also known as Shaka (the) Zulu and Sigidi kaSenzangakhona, was the king of the Zulu Kingdom from 1816 to 1828".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~834 people named Shaka in the US. Peaked in 1987 with 53 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Shaka?

The Life Path number for Shaka is 4, associated with Stability & Hard Work. Soul Urge: 2. Personality: 11.

Is Shaka a boy or girl name?

Shaka is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 83% male and 17% female.

How many people are named Shaka in the US?

Approximately 834 people in the United States are named Shaka. The name peaked in 1987 with 53 recorded uses.

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