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Shanika

Shanika

Updated: by Olivia Mittak

Shanika is a modern English baby girl’s name that means “God is gracious”. Shanika comes from the name Sian which is, in turn, a variant of Jane. Shanika was at peak popularity between 1976 and 1992. It is related to the names Shaneka and Shaniqua.

Meaning and Origin of the Name Shanika:

Shanika is a modern English baby girl’s name that means “God is gracious”. Shanika is derived from the name Sian, which is a variant of the name Jane. Shanika originated in the United States, making it a modern name.

Symbolism of the Name Shanika:

Shanika means “God is gracious” and is related to the name Jane. Any sort of religious symbolism will pair nicely with this name.

Nicknames for the Name Shanika:

Shanika is a very modern name that is loved by many. If you've picked this name, you'll want to know about the nicknames that go with it. Here are our picks:

  • Shay 
  • Sha
  • Niki
  • Nika
  • Anika
  • Nik
  • Hani
  • Hannah 
  • Shanny
  • Shanners
  • Shanna
  • Anik
  • Shans
  • Hans 
  • Shas
  • Ika

Style of the Name Shanika:

Modern

Gender of the Name Shanika:

Shanika is a girl's name.

Pronunciation of the Name Shanika:

shə-NEE-kə

Number of Syllables in the Name Shanika:

Three

Emotion Evoked From the Name Shanika:

Shanika evokes feelings of confidence and beauty.

Alternative Spellings for the Name Shanika:

Shaneka, Shaniqa

Popularity of the Name Shanika:

According to the Social Security Administration, Shanika is not a popular baby girl’s name. Shanika was in the top 1,000 baby names list from 1976 to 1992. It peaked at #494 in 1979. The name has not appeared on the top 1,000 list at any point in the 21st century.

Great Middle Names for the Name Shanika and Their Meanings:

  • Tallulah (leaping water, lady of abundance)
  • Lulu (pearl, light)
  • Ruby (deep red precious stone)
  • Eden (place of pleasure, delight)
  • Keziah (cassia tree)
  • Nevaeh (heaven)
  • Genesis (beginning)
  • Neve (snow)
  • Echo (mythological nymph, resonating)
  • Nova (new, astrological feature)
  • Ivy (the plant, beautiful, pledged to God)
  • Kaia (to rejoice or sea)
  • Zara (blooming flower, God remembers)

Famous People with the Name Shanika:

  • Shanika Lee (American actress)
  • Shanika Patterson (American television personality)
  • Shanika Madumali (Indian musician)
  • Shanaika Wanigasekara (Indian musician)
  • Shanika Warren-Markland (British actress)
  • Shanika (television, “Firebite”)
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