Indica

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Indica Pronunciation

Indica is pronounced IN-dih-kah /ˈɪn.dɪ.kɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Latin indica, 'of India, Indian' (a botanical/species epithet); also echoes 'indigo'Low

In 30 seconds: Exotic and botanical: Indica is Latin for 'of India' — a species epithet, echoing indigo. Distinctive, worldly, and modern.

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MeaningFrom Latin indica, 'of India, Indian' (a botanical/species epithet); also echoes 'indigo'

U.S. rank (2024)#4307 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births33 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 669

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Indica comes from Latin indica, 'of India, Indian' — a botanical species epithet (as in many plant names), echoing 'indigo' and 'India' (the precise inspiration varies, which we note). A distinctive, worldly name.

A worldly, botanical word-name — uncommon, but clear and bright.

Did you know? Indica is the Latin word for 'of India' — used in plant names (and an echo of 'indigo'); as a given name it's exotic and modern.

Overall data confidence 58%

Latin references — indica — inspiration varies

Variations

IndikaIndia

Nicknames

Indi

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India— the place-name relative

Indira— a fellow Ind- name

Indie— a companion short form

Indigo— the color-name it echoes

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Indica?

Indica is pronounced IN-dih-kah (/ˈɪn.dɪ.kɑ/). Press play above to hear Indica said aloud.

How do you say Indica?

Indica is said IN-dih-kah (/ˈɪn.dɪ.kɑ/). Press play above to hear Indica said aloud.

What does the name Indica mean?

Indica is Latin for 'of India, Indian' (a botanical term), echoing 'indigo'; the inspiration varies.

Is Indica a boy or girl name?

Indica is a girl's name.

How popular is Indica?

Indica is a rare name in the U.S.