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Nishika
Pronounced nih-SHEE-kuh /nɪˈʃiː.kə/Medium
Meaning: A Sanskrit-derived Indian name, most often traced to nisha, 'night', and so read as 'of the night; nocturnal'; some sources instead gloss it as 'gold coin' (from nishka). The glosses differ, which we note.Low
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History & Origin
Nishika is an Indian name of Sanskrit derivation. Most sources trace it to nisha, 'night', giving 'of the night' — a name with a cool, moonlit feel. Others tie it to nishka, an old word for a gold coin or ornament, and read it as 'golden'. The glosses genuinely differ, which we note. It is used across northern India and in the diaspora (said 'nih-SHEE-kuh').
In the U.S. it appears only rarely. Rare here, familiar in Indian families.
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What does the name Nishika mean?
Nishika is usually traced to Sanskrit nisha, 'night', giving 'of the night'; some sources gloss it as 'gold coin'. The glosses differ, which we note.
How do you pronounce Nishika?
It's said nih-SHEE-kuh /nɪˈʃiː.kə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Nishika a boy or girl name?
Nishika is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Nishika?
Nishika is rare in the U.S. and better known in India.