Shatika Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SHAH-tih-kah /ʃɑːˈtɪkə/
Origin: Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning: Sanskrit: Goddess Durga; Hindi: A name associated with beauty and grace.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shatika has roots in the Sanskrit language, where it is derived from the word 'shat', meaning 'hundred' or 'many'. This etymological origin reflects a linguistic tradition that emphasizes abundance or multitude, which is a common theme in various names derived from Sanskrit.
The transition of Shatika into English or other languages is less documented, but it is likely that it has been adopted in various cultures influenced by Indian traditions, particularly in the context of Hinduism where names often carry significant meanings related to virtues or divine attributes. Historically, names derived from Sanskrit have been used in ancient texts and scriptures, with many appearing in religious and philosophical contexts.
The Vedas, dating back to around 1500 BCE, and later texts such as the Upanishads and Puranas, have contributed to the cultural significance of names like Shatika. While Shatika itself may not appear in prominent historical texts, the linguistic and cultural framework surrounding Sanskrit names has been influential in shaping the naming conventions in South Asia and beyond.
Culturally, names like Shatika resonate with themes of spirituality and abundance, often associated with auspiciousness in Hindu traditions. The use of names that signify positive attributes is common, as they are believed to influence the character and destiny of the bearer.
While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, Shatika itself stands as a unique representation of its roots, embodying the rich linguistic heritage of Sanskrit and its enduring impact on cultural identity.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shatika was first seen in the United States in 1973.
Shatika has ranked as high as #1077 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Shatika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Shatika is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Shatika was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Shatika
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Shatika.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1981 | 20 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1973 | 7 |