Onika Girl

Popularity: #940 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationoh-NEE-kah / oʊˈniːkə

African; English

Meaning

African: 'she who brings happiness'; English: diminutive of names like Veronica

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Onika has African roots, often associated with joy and happiness. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly through cultural influences in music and entertainment. The name is notably used by prominent figures in contemporary culture, contributing to its recognition.

Trend Summary

Onika has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, particularly influenced by cultural icons.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Onyka

International Variants

Famous people named Onika

Onika Tanya Maraj, known professionally as Nicki Minaj, is a Trinidadian-American rapper and singer recognized for her influence in the music industry.

Onika B. is a notable figure in contemporary art, known for her innovative installations.

Fictional characters named Onika

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Onika was first seen in the United States in 1968. Onika has ranked as high as #1052 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Onika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Onika (1995)

StateBirthsShare
CA 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19687
19698
19705
197112
197221
197319
197413
197526
197620
197715
197812
197918
198010
198115
198210
198316
19849
19859
19866
19876
198811
198911
199014
19916
199211
199321
199418
199511
199618
199714
199815
19998
200010
200116
20029
200313
20048
200510
200612
200725
200812
200910
20109
20117
201218
20138
20149
201511
201617
201710
20188
20195
20206
20216
20228
20238
202410