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Vanshika

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Pronounced vun-SHEE-kah /vʌnˈʃiː.kə/Medium

Meaning: From the Sanskrit, 'flute; the little flute' (from vamsha, 'bamboo') - an instrument beloved of Krishna. A sweet, musical name, held in respect.Low

In 30 seconds: A musical Sanskrit name: Vanshika means 'flute,' linked to Krishna (said 'vun-SHEE-kah'). Sweet and rare.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
MeaningFrom the Sanskrit, 'flute; the little flute' (from vamsha, 'bamboo') - an instrument beloved of Krishna. A sweet, musical name, held in respect.
U.S. rank (2023)#10246 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2010
Total births (all-time)≈ 269

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201019992023

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

Vanshika means 'flute' in Sanskrit, tied to Krishna's music. It reads sweet and rare in the U.S. (said 'vun-SHEE-kah').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in Indian-heritage families. Rare, musical, and sweet.

Did you know? Vanshika is Sanskrit for 'flute' (from vamsha, 'bamboo') - the instrument beloved of Krishna - a sweet, musical name we note with respect (said 'vun-SHEE-kah').
Overall data confidence 44%
References - Vanshika — Sanskrit 'flute'; Krishna association

Variations

VanshitaVansikaVanshikha

Nicknames

VanshiShika

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Vanshika mean?

Vanshika is Sanskrit for 'flute' (from vamsha, 'bamboo'), a name associated with Krishna.

How do you pronounce Vanshika?

It's said vun-SHEE-kah /vʌnˈʃiː.kə/ - three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Vanshika a boy or girl name?

Vanshika is a girl's name.

How popular is Vanshika?

Vanshika is a rare name in the U.S.

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