Nika: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Nika · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Nika: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Victory»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Greek
Popularity
77 out of 100
Where Nika is popular
- RussiaPopular
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About the Name Nika
Nika draws on Greek tradition and is generally taken to mean "Victory." As a girl's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced Nika and carries 2 syllables. Nika is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Ника.
Today Nika is a well-loved favorite, scoring 77 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as strong.
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Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Nika mean?+
The name Nika means "Victory".
What is the origin of the name Nika?+
Nika is a name of Greek origin.
Is Nika a girl or boy name?+
Nika is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Nika?+
Nika is pronounced Nika (2 syllables).
Is Nika a popular name?+
Nika is a well-loved favorite, scoring 77 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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