Sakina
A girl's name of Arabic origin with 1,547 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
the divine tranquility obtained by reciting the Qur'an
Sakina is a girl's baby name of Arabic origin meaning 'tranquility' or 'peace of heart,' from the Quranic concept of divine calm bestowed upon the faithful. It is a deeply spiritual name used across Muslim communities worldwide.
With its soft, flowing sound and profound meaning, Sakina carries a serenity that many parents find deeply meaningful as a wish for their daughter's inner life.
EtymologyShow more
Sakina first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 1961. Arriving in the 1960s, Sakina appeared during a period when American naming was beginning to diversify beyond the traditional Anglo-Saxon and biblical pools.
Its Arabic classification suggests a path from arabic linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Sakina climbed 3293 spots in the last 20 years — from #6165 to #2872.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 237 | #3399 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 337 | #4425 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 293 | #4735 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 221 | #4867 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 211 | #4065 | — |
| 1970s | 215 | #3507 | ▲ |
| 1960s | 33 | #5959 | — |
The Story of Sakina
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2024, Sakina is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Sakina are most likely born between 2014 and 2024.
How rare is Sakina?
Only about 1 in every 62,069 babies born in 2024 was named Sakina — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1961, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 2010s with 337 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Sakina by the numbers
- Would fill 32 school buses
- Meeting one Sakina per day would take 4.2 years
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(59 years, 1961–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 58 | #2872 |
| 2023 | 41 | #3752 |
| 2022 | 54 | #3066 |
| 2021 | 39 | #3868 |
| 2020 | 45 | #3439 |
| 2019 | 42 | #3659 |
| 2018 | 25 | #5294 |
| 2017 | 29 | #4789 |
| 2016 | 29 | #4819 |
| 2015 | 35 | #4213 |
| 2014 | 36 | #4167 |
| 2013 | 43 | #3633 |
| 2012 | 31 | #4689 |
| 2011 | 28 | #5038 |
| 2010 | 39 | #3944 |
| 2009 | 30 | #4911 |
| 2008 | 32 | #4740 |
| 2007 | 33 | #4550 |
| 2006 | 34 | #4342 |
| 2005 | 22 | #5752 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1961–2024