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Arika
Arika Pronunciation
Arika is pronounced ə-REE-kah /əˈri.kɑ/High
Meaning: Most readably a variant of Erika — feminine of Eric, 'eternal ruler' — also a melodic modern Ar- coinageLow
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History & Origin
Arika is most readably a variant of Erika — the feminine of Eric, from Old Norse ríkr, 'ruler', 'eternal ruler' — and reads equally as a melodic modern Ar- coinage (echoing Arya, Erica). Multiple gentle routes converge.
It registers thinly in recent records. Rare, regal at the likely root, and brightly modern.
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How do you pronounce Arika?
Arika is pronounced ə-REE-kah (/əˈri.kɑ/). Press play above to hear Arika said aloud.
How do you say Arika?
Arika is said ə-REE-kah (/əˈri.kɑ/). Press play above to hear Arika said aloud.
What does the name Arika mean?
Arika is most readably a variant of Erika, 'eternal ruler'; it also reads as a melodic modern coinage.
Is Arika a boy or girl name?
Arika is a girl's name.
How popular is Arika?
Arika is a rare name in the U.S.