Aarika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aarika originates from Sanskrit, meaning beautiful and prosperous. The name has evolved into its modern form while retaining its cultural significance. It is often associated with positive traits like beauty and grace, and it does not have biblical relevance. Aarika has become increasingly popular in recent years as a distinctive choice for parents.
The name Aarika is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aarika has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aarika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9136th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3324th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11158th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6562nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aarika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aarika"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrɪkə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Aarika is derived from Sanskrit, where it means 'one who is beautiful and prosperous.' It is often associated with qualities such as grace and charm.
Meaning
beautiful, prosperous
Language Evolution
Aarika (modern form), Aarika (Sanskrit origin)
Historical Usage
Aarika has gained popularity in contemporary times, particularly among parents seeking unique and culturally rich names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Aarika (common form), Arika (variant spelling), Aarika (short form)
Modern Popularity & Image
Aarika is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with positive traits like beauty and prosperity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aarika"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aarika"
"Aarika" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9136th of 19264 | 57 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3324th of 27321 | 489 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11158th of 35406 | 133 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6562nd of 30306 | 219 |
Regional Popularity of "Aarika" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aarika" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
55.50% 3506th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
68.51% 4300th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aarika"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aarika" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.