Laika Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLYE-kah / ˈlaɪ.kəRussian; Slavic
Meaning
Barker; to bark (Russian)
Historical & Cultural Background
Laika is a name of Russian origin, most famously associated with the first dog to orbit the Earth. Laika was a stray dog from Moscow who was launched into space by the Soviet Union in 1957 aboard Sputnik 2. The name has since become symbolic of space exploration and the sacrifices made during the early years of the space race.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Laika was first seen in the United States in 2003. Laika has ranked as high as #1367 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Laika has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |