Arika Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-ree-kah / ˈɑːrɪkəJapanese; Sanskrit
Meaning
Japanese: 'to be loved'; Sanskrit: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen based on the desired traits for the child. The name Arika can reflect affection and love in a familial context. In Sanskrit, the name is associated with nobility, which can be linked to cultural values of honor and respect. The name is relatively uncommon in Western contexts but has gained some recognition in recent years.
Trend Summary
The name Arika has seen limited usage in the United States, with no significant trends in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Arika
- Arikae
International Variants
- Arika (Japanese)
- Arika (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Arika
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Fictional characters named Arika
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Arika was first seen in the United States in 1966. Arika has ranked as high as #1118 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Texas, Illinois, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Arika has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Arika (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 6 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 31 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1978 | 36 |
| 1979 | 42 |
| 1980 | 61 |
| 1981 | 49 |
| 1982 | 51 |
| 1983 | 43 |
| 1984 | 39 |
| 1985 | 52 |
| 1986 | 60 |
| 1987 | 70 |
| 1988 | 63 |
| 1989 | 62 |
| 1990 | 80 |
| 1991 | 109 |
| 1992 | 77 |
| 1993 | 108 |
| 1994 | 95 |
| 1995 | 66 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 67 |
| 1998 | 67 |
| 1999 | 57 |
| 2000 | 69 |
| 2001 | 39 |
| 2002 | 54 |
| 2003 | 51 |
| 2004 | 59 |
| 2005 | 51 |
| 2006 | 56 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 41 |