Nikita Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnee-KEE-tah / nɪˈkiːtəSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Slavic: victory; Greek: unyielding
Historical & Cultural Background
Nikita is a name of Slavic origin, commonly used in Russia and other Slavic countries. In Greek, it is derived from the word 'niketes,' meaning 'victor' or 'conqueror.' The name has been popularized in various cultures and has different forms and variants. It is often associated with strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
The name Nikita has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of increased interest.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nikita
- Nikitao
International Variants
- Nikita (Russian)
- Nikita (Ukrainian)
- Nikita (Bulgarian)
Famous people named Nikita
Nikita Khrushchev was a prominent Soviet politician who led the Soviet Union during the Cold War.
Nikita S. Mikhalkov is a renowned Russian filmmaker and actor known for his work in cinema.
Nikita Zadorozhny is a professional Russian football player.
Nikita V. Belyaev is a notable Russian scientist in the field of mathematics.
Fictional characters named Nikita
Nikita is the main character in the television series 'La Femme Nikita,' a skilled assassin.
Nikita is a character in the video game series 'Nikita,' known for her intelligence and combat skills.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nikita was first seen in the United States in 1959. Nikita has ranked as high as #1283 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, New York, Washington, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Nikita has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nikita (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 19 |
| 1960 | 25 |
| 1961 | 21 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 24 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 32 |
| 1987 | 47 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 37 |
| 1990 | 38 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 52 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 58 |
| 2001 | 59 |
| 2002 | 76 |
| 2003 | 79 |
| 2004 | 88 |
| 2005 | 74 |
| 2006 | 95 |
| 2007 | 88 |
| 2008 | 117 |
| 2009 | 116 |
| 2010 | 103 |
| 2011 | 79 |
| 2012 | 84 |
| 2013 | 75 |
| 2014 | 101 |
| 2015 | 92 |
| 2016 | 94 |
| 2017 | 69 |
| 2018 | 79 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 64 |
| 2021 | 77 |
| 2022 | 54 |
| 2023 | 59 |
| 2024 | 34 |