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Shaquille

Shaquille (name) means a male given name, popular in the United States, styled after an Arabic word meaning "handsome.". Example: “Shaquille was named after his father wanted something strong-sounding.”

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A male given name, popular in the United States, styled after an Arabic word meaning "handsome."

"Shaquille was named after his father wanted something strong-sounding."

How to use Shaquille

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA modern American first name inspired by an Arabic word for "handsome."

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Etymology

A stylized spelling based on Arabic شَكِيل (šakīl), meaning "handsome."

Origin: Arabic

Rhymes for Shaquille

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Shaquille” mean?

The word “Shaquille” means a male given name, popular in the United States, styled after an Arabic word meaning "handsome.". In plain terms, a modern American first name inspired by an Arabic word for "handsome.".

How do you use “Shaquille” in a sentence?

Here is “Shaquille” used in a sentence: “Shaquille was named after his father wanted something strong-sounding.”

What part of speech is “Shaquille”?

“Shaquille” is a name.

Where does the word “Shaquille” come from?

The word “Shaquille” comes from Arabic. A stylized spelling based on Arabic شَكِيل (šakīl), meaning "handsome.".

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