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Shakir

شاكر

One who is grateful; derived from the Arabic root related to expressing thanks and appreciation.

Meaning and origin

Used across Arabic-speaking communities and in Urdu, the name expresses gratitude and appreciation as a character quality.

How to pronounce Shakir

Arabicsha-KIR /ʃaːˈkɪr/

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