UK boy's name
Shakar
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "grateful" or "thankful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1998. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Shakar is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Shakar popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1998 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2419, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1998 to 1998. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Shakar is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Shakar. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1999 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Shakar ranked #2419 for boys in England and Wales in 1998, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 4 boys were registered as Shakar.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shakar as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2419
1998
Births in 1998
4
Latest year
Peak year
1998
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Shakar mean?
The name Shakar has its roots in the Persian language and is derived from the word "shakar," which means "sugar" in Persian. This name originated in ancient Persia, which is now modern-day Iran, and dates back to the 6th century BCE.
In ancient Persian culture, sugar was a highly prized commodity, and the name Shakar was often given to children as a symbol of sweetness and prosperity. The name was also associated with wealth and luxury, as sugar was a rare and expensive ingredient in those times.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Shakar can be found in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century CE. In this epic, Shakar is mentioned as the name of a character, albeit a minor one.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who bore the name Shakar. One of the most famous was Shakar Khan Afshar, a military commander and ruler of the Afsharid dynasty in Persia during the 18th century (1694-1795). He played a significant role in the consolidation of power in the region and was known for his military prowess.
Another renowned individual with the name Shakar was Shakar Khan Suri, an Afghan military commander and chief minister of the Mughal Empire in the 16th century (1519-1556). He played a crucial role in the expansion of the Mughal Empire and was known for his administrative skills.
In the realm of literature, Shakar Husain Khan was a celebrated Urdu poet and writer from the 19th century (1813-1884). He was a prominent figure in the literary circles of Delhi and is renowned for his contributions to Urdu poetry and prose.
Moving to more recent times, Shakar Khan Khel was a prominent Afghan politician and tribal leader in the early 20th century (1868-1938). He played a significant role in the Afghan resistance against British colonial rule and was a influential figure in the region.
Lastly, Shakar Hussain was a renowned Pakistani musician and singer who was active in the 20th century (1923-1988). He was renowned for his contributions to the classical music tradition of Pakistan and is considered a master of the ghazal genre.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Shakar by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shakar was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #2419 | 4 | 1 |
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- Syed 9,050
- Stephen 8,884
- Spencer 8,333
- Steven 6,970
FAQ
Shakar: questions and answers
How popular is the name Shakar in the UK right now?
In 1998, Shakar was ranked #2419 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Shakar most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 4 babies registered as Shakar in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Shakar?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "grateful" or "thankful".
How many people are called Shakar in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Shakar across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.