UK girl's name
Radhika
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "prosperity" or "wealth".
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.
Radhika is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Radhika popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2411, with 11 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 30 births.
This profile covers 309 England and Wales registrations across 27 recorded years from 1996 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.
The latest count is about 37% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 307 living people in the UK are called Radhika. 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
- • Radhika ranked #2411 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 11 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 30 girls were registered as Radhika.
- • About 307 living people in the UK are estimated to have Radhika as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2411
2024
Births in 2024
11
Latest year
Peak year
1996
30 births
Estimated living
307
2026
Meaning
What does Radhika mean?
The name Radhika is a Sanskrit word that originated in ancient India. It is a feminine name derived from the Sanskrit word "radha," which means "prosperity" or "success." The name is closely associated with the Hindu goddess Radha, the consort of Lord Krishna, and is popular among Hindus, particularly in regions where Hindi and other Indian languages are spoken.
The earliest known reference to the name Radhika can be found in the Bhagavata Purana, an ancient Hindu scripture composed between the 8th and 10th centuries CE. In this text, Radhika is described as an incarnation of the goddess Lakshmi and is celebrated for her divine love and devotion to Lord Krishna.
One of the most famous historical figures to bear the name Radhika was Radhika Devi (1886-1973), a renowned Indian freedom fighter and social reformer. She played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement and worked tirelessly to promote women's education and empowerment.
Another notable Radhika was Radhika Sanjay Sami (1908-1988), an acclaimed Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She was a pioneering figure in the revival of the Kathak dance form and was recognized with numerous awards and honors for her contributions to the field of dance.
Radhika Kumaraswamy (1912-1998) was an eminent Indian writer and journalist. She was one of the first women to work as a full-time journalist in India and was awarded the prestigious Padma Shri, one of the highest civilian honors in the country, for her literary achievements.
Radhika Coomaraswamy (born 1953) is a Sri Lankan lawyer and human rights advocate who served as the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Violence against Women from 1994 to 2003. She has been a vocal advocate for women's rights and has played a significant role in raising awareness about gender-based violence.
Radhika Apte (born 1985) is a contemporary Indian actress who has gained acclaim for her performances in both mainstream and independent films. She has received numerous awards and nominations for her versatile acting abilities and is widely regarded as one of the most talented actresses of her generation.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Radhika over time
The chart below shows babies named Radhika registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Radhika, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 11 births in 2024, compared with 30 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Radhika by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Radhika 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 | #3636 | 26 | 4 |
| 2010s | #3414 | 66 | 9 |
| 2000s | #1879 | 114 | 10 |
| 1990s | #871 | 103 | 4 |
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- Ruby 60,551
- Rebecca 45,764
- Rosie 35,558
- Rachel 19,034
- Rose 18,043
- Robyn 14,556
- Rosa 6,236
- Rhiannon 6,180
- Rachael 4,702
- Rebekah 4,395
- Rhianna 4,177
- Ruth 4,118
FAQ
Radhika: questions and answers
How popular is the name Radhika in the UK right now?
In 2024, Radhika was ranked #2411 for girls in England and Wales, with 11 births registered.
When was Radhika most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 30 babies registered as Radhika in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Radhika?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "prosperity" or "wealth".
How many people are called Radhika in the UK?
A total of 309 babies have been registered as Radhika across the 27 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.