Shanika
girl nameShanika entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #493 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#493
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2041 |
| 1980s | #669 |
| 1990s | #1579 |
| 2000s | #8269 |
| 2010s | #14994 |
| 2020s | #10271 |
Living bearers
About 5,400 people named Shanika are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shanika alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shanika in 2025?
- Shanika is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shanika most popular?
- Shanika peaked in 1979, reaching #493 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shanika with classmates?
- Shanika will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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