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UK girl's name

Nitika

A feminine name of Hindi origin meaning "virtuous" or "principled".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2006. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Nitika is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nitika popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2006 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5061, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2006 to 2006. 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.

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

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Nitika. 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 2007 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Nitika ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales in 2006, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2006, when 3 girls were registered as Nitika.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nitika as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5061

2006

Births in 2006

3

Latest year

Peak year

2006

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Nitika mean?

The name Nitika has its origins in the Sanskrit language and is derived from the word "niti," which means "ethics" or "moral principles." It is a name commonly found in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in Hindu communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nitika can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was often used to refer to individuals who embodied virtues and lived by moral principles. In the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, there is a character named Nitika, who is described as a wise and righteous individual.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Nitika. One of the most prominent was Nitika Devi, a 16th-century queen of the Rajput kingdom of Mewar in present-day Rajasthan, India. She was known for her courage and leadership during times of conflict and is celebrated as a symbol of strength and resilience.

Another notable Nitika was Nitika Sharma, a renowned classical dancer from India who was born in 1930. She was a leading exponent of the Kathak dance form and contributed significantly to its preservation and promotion. Sharma received numerous accolades for her artistic achievements, including the prestigious Padma Shri award from the Indian government.

In the field of literature, Nitika Nanda was a prominent Indian writer and poet who lived from 1940 to 2015. She was known for her poignant and thought-provoking works that explored themes of love, loss, and human emotions. Nanda's poetry collections, such as "Phulon Ka Shehzada" and "Chehre," received critical acclaim and helped establish her as a significant voice in contemporary Indian literature.

Nitika Mukherjee, born in 1953, is another notable individual who has made significant contributions to the field of education. She is a renowned educator and social activist who has worked tirelessly to promote literacy and women's empowerment in India. Mukherjee has received numerous awards and honors for her efforts, including the prestigious Padma Shri award.

Lastly, Nitika Pant Dhawan is a contemporary Indian politician and social worker who has served as a member of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian parliament. Born in 1961, she has been actively involved in various social and developmental initiatives, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare.

The name Nitika continues to be popular in Indian communities, reflecting the enduring cultural and spiritual significance of its meaning and origins.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Nitika by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nitika 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
2000s #5061 3 1

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FAQ

Nitika: questions and answers

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

In 2006, Nitika was ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Nitika most popular?

The peak year on record was 2006, with 3 babies registered as Nitika in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Nitika?

A feminine name of Hindi origin meaning "virtuous" or "principled".

How many people are called Nitika in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Nitika across the 1 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.