Nishka Girl
Origin(s)
Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
pure; innocent
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, 'Nishka' is often associated with purity and innocence, reflecting values in various Indian philosophies. In Hindi, it is used as a feminine name, embodying similar meanings. The name is also linked to traditional Indian literature and culture, where names often carry significant meanings related to virtues.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Nishkaa
- Nishkaah
International Variants
- Niska (Slavic)
Famous people named Nishka
Nishka Luthra — Indian author
Nishka Sinha — Indian artist
Fictional characters named Nishka
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nishka was first seen in the United States in 2000. Nishka has ranked as high as #1306 nationally which occurred in 2010 and has been most popular in California, New Jersey, Texas, Virginia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Nishka has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nishka (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 46 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 42 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 16 |