Chanika
girl nameChanika entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #3411 in 1980, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#3411
peak (1980)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5981 |
| 1980s | #5754 |
| 1990s | #10234 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Chanika are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chanika alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chanika in 2025?
- Chanika is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Chanika most popular?
- Chanika peaked in 1980, reaching #3411 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chanika with classmates?
- Chanika will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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