Sanskrit

Anika

Pronounced uh-NEE-kahShare

Meaning: Splendor; army

  • Girl
  • Familiar
  • 3 syllables

The story

In Indian use Anika is a feminine form of Anik. Its Sanskrit derivation is separate from European Anika, a form of Anna.

Popularity

Familiar

In the US top 1,000 — familiar, not everywhere.

Lower in the latest US rankings

Style

  • Modern
  • Soft
  • Works everywhere

Origins

Anika comes from Sanskrit.

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