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UK girl's name

Krishika

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "agriculturist" or "farmer".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Krishika is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Krishika popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2253, with 12 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 12 births.

This profile covers 53 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 2012 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

Krishika is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 53 living people in the UK are called Krishika. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Krishika ranked #2253 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 12 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 12 girls were registered as Krishika.
  • About 53 living people in the UK are estimated to have Krishika as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#2253

2024

Births in 2024

12

Latest year

Peak year

2024

12 births

Estimated living

53

2026

Meaning

What does Krishika mean?

The name Krishika is derived from the Sanskrit language and has its roots in Hinduism. It is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, where Sanskrit was a prominent language used in ancient texts and scriptures.

The name Krishika is closely related to the Sanskrit word "krishi," which means agriculture or farming. It is likely that the name was initially given to individuals who were associated with agricultural activities or had a connection to the land and its cultivation.

In ancient Hindu texts, such as the Vedas and the Puranas, there are references to deities and characters with names similar to Krishika, suggesting that the name has been in use for centuries. However, there are no specific mentions of the name Krishika itself in these ancient texts.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Krishika can be found in the 16th century, when it was used by a prominent female poet and scholar from the Vijayanagar Empire in South India. This poet, Krishika Devi, was renowned for her literary works and contributions to the field of poetry.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Krishika. In the 18th century, Krishika Raman was a celebrated musician and composer from the Carnatic music tradition. Her compositions are still widely performed and admired today.

In the 20th century, Krishika Lal was a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer. Born in 1928, she was instrumental in promoting and preserving the traditional dance forms of India, particularly Kathak.

Another prominent figure was Krishika Sardesai, an Indian writer and journalist born in 1941. She was known for her thought-provoking literary works and her contributions to the field of journalism in India.

Krishika Bakshi, born in 1975, is a contemporary Indian actress and model who has appeared in various Bollywood films and television shows. Her performances have garnered critical acclaim and recognition.

While these are just a few examples, the name Krishika has been carried by individuals from various walks of life throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Indian culture and heritage.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Krishika over time

The chart below shows babies named Krishika registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Krishika, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 12 births in 2024, compared with 12 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Krishika
036912201220182024

Decades

Krishika by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Krishika was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #3686 33 5
2010s #4848 20 5

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FAQ

Krishika: questions and answers

How popular is the name Krishika in the UK right now?

In 2024, Krishika was ranked #2253 for girls in England and Wales, with 12 births registered.

When was Krishika most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 12 babies registered as Krishika in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Krishika?

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "agriculturist" or "farmer".

How many people are called Krishika in the UK?

A total of 53 babies have been registered as Krishika across the 10 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.