girl name · Sanskrit origin
Anika
/ AH-nee-kah /
Meaning
Anika means Grace; goddess Durga (Sanskrit).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
AH-nee-kah
Popularity
#955 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Anika in the US, 1880–2025
Anika first appears in US records in 1961. It peaked in 2006, when 642 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 269.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Anika mean?
Anika is linked to “grace” and to the goddess Durga.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anika mean?
Anika means Grace; goddess Durga. Anika is linked to “grace” and to the goddess Durga.
What is the origin of the name Anika?
Anika is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Anika?
Anika is pronounced “AH-nee-kah.”
Is Anika a boy or a girl name?
Anika is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Anika?
In 2025, Anika ranked #955 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Anika most popular?
Anika was most popular in 2006, when about 642 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.