Alka Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAHL-kah / ˈɑːl.kəSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'bright'; Hindi: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
Alka is a name of Indian origin, commonly used in Hindu culture. In Sanskrit, it signifies brightness and is often associated with beauty and nobility. The name has been used in various Indian literary and cultural contexts. It is also sometimes linked to the moon and feminine qualities in traditional Indian beliefs.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alkaa
- Alkae
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alka was first seen in the United States in 1905. Alka has ranked as high as #897 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Alka has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alka (1932)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1923 | 13 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |