Kanika Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-NEE-kah / kəˈniːkəSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'atom' or 'particle'; Hindi: 'little girl'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kanika is a name of Sanskrit origin, often associated with Hindu culture. It is used in various regions of India and carries connotations of delicacy and smallness. The name is sometimes chosen for its spiritual significance, reflecting the idea of the universe being composed of tiny particles.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kanikaa
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kanika was first seen in the United States in 1973. Kanika has ranked as high as #1004 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in New York, California, Michigan, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Kanika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kanika (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 37 |
| 1974 | 61 |
| 1975 | 76 |
| 1976 | 73 |
| 1977 | 88 |
| 1978 | 95 |
| 1979 | 70 |
| 1980 | 59 |
| 1981 | 60 |
| 1982 | 32 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 38 |
| 1985 | 39 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 27 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |