Niketa

Q: What is the origin of Niketa?

Niketa is of Sanskrit origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Niketa?

According to the latest SSA data, Niketa is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Niketa a girl name?

Niketa is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Unconquered; Victorious"

Name used in multiple traditions, often associated with victory themes through connections to nik- victory and related forms.

Themes:victorysanskritgreekunisex

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Popularity History of Niketa

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Niketa did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Niketa Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Niketa.

8 ideas

niky

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nike

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keta

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etay

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kety

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nie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Niketa

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Niketa mean?

Niketa means "Unconquered; Victorious". Name used in multiple traditions, often associated with victory themes through connections to nik- victory and related f

What is the origin of Niketa?

Niketa is of Sanskrit origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Niketa?

According to the latest SSA data, Niketa is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Niketa a girl name?

Niketa is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Niketa?

Popular nicknames for Niketa include niky, nike, keta, etay, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Niketa?

There are many names similar to Niketa in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSanskrit, Greek

Syllables3

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withN

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aditya Amar Ajay Arnav Anish

Sisters

Ayana Asha Amiya Anjali Anisha

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