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Rishika
Pronounced rih-SHEE-kah /rΙͺΛΚi.kΙ/Medium
Meaning: From Sanskrit rishika, the feminine of rishi, 'a sage, a seer, a saint' β 'a female sage/seer'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
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History & Origin
Rishika comes from Sanskrit rishika, the feminine of rishi, 'a sage, a seer, a saint, an inspired poet' (the revered wise ones who composed the Vedas). A lyrical, learned, devout name across India (said 'rih-SHEE-kah').
In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, a-female-sage at the root, and learned.
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What does the name Rishika mean?
Rishika is Sanskrit for 'a female sage, a seer, a saint' (the feminine of rishi).
How do you pronounce Rishika?
It's said rih-SHEE-kah /rΙͺΛΚi.kΙ/ β three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Rishika a boy or girl name?
Rishika is a girl's name.
How popular is Rishika?
Rishika is a rare name in the U.S.