Shikha
girl nameShikha entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #5824 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#5824
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7666 |
| 1990s | #9856 |
| 2000s | #11896 |
| 2010s | #12886 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Shikha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shikha alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shikha in 2025?
- Shikha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shikha most popular?
- Shikha peaked in 1983, reaching #5824 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shikha with classmates?
- Shikha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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