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Shivika

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Pronounced shih-VEE-kah /ʃɪˈviː.kə/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit, a feminine form linked to Shiva, often read as 'gentle; auspicious; related to the god Shiva.' A devotional, gentle name.Low

In 30 seconds: A gentle Sanskrit name: Shivika links to Shiva, read as 'auspicious; gentle' (said 'shih-VEE-kah'). Devotional and soft.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningFrom the Sanskrit, a feminine form linked to Shiva, often read as 'gentle; auspicious; related to the god Shiva.' A devotional, gentle name.
U.S. rank (2025)#14690 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 72

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200920092025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Shivika comes from Sanskrit, a feminine form linked to the god Shiva and read as 'auspicious; gentle.' It reads devotional and soft; glosses vary, which we note — rare in the U.S. (said 'shih-VEE-kah').

It appears rarely, mostly in Indian-heritage families. Rare, devotional, and soft.

Did you know? Shivika is a Sanskrit feminine form tied to Shiva, often read 'gentle; auspicious' — a soft, devotional name; exact glosses vary, which we note (said 'shih-VEE-kah').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Shivika — Sanskrit; Shiva-linked; 'auspicious; gentle'; glosses vary

Variations

ShiviShivikaShivicka

Nicknames

ShiviVika

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Shivika mean?

Shivika is a Sanskrit feminine form linked to Shiva, often read 'gentle; auspicious.' Glosses vary, which we note.

How do you pronounce Shivika?

It's said shih-VEE-kah /ʃɪˈviː.kə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Shivika a boy or girl name?

Shivika is a girl's name.

How popular is Shivika?

Shivika is a rare name in the U.S.

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