Aanika Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-nee-kah / /ɑːˈniːkə/Sanskrit; Hindi; Arabic
Meaning
grace; brilliant; light
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Aanika is derived from 'Anika,' which means grace and is often associated with beauty and elegance in Indian culture. In Hindi, it retains similar meanings and is commonly used in modern contexts. The Arabic influence suggests a connection to light or brilliance, reflecting cultural values of illumination and clarity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Anika
- Aneeka
International Variants
- Anika (German)
- Anika (Swedish)
- Anika (Finnish)
Famous people named Aanika
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Fictional characters named Aanika
Aanika — original character in a children's book.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aanika was first seen in the United States in 2001. Aanika has ranked as high as #1370 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Aanika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aanika (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 14 |