Rising since 2000, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Mahika since 2000
Babies named Mahika per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Mahika's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 205 |
| 2010s | 202 |
| 2020s | 159 |
Meaning & origin
Mahika is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin that has been steadily rising in U.S. usage since first recorded in 2000. In 2025, it ranked 4,172 with a 1-in-47,273 birth rate, and it reached its peak usage that same year. The name is most popular in California and Texas. Parent appeal lies in its melodic sound and spiritual undertones, though its exact meaning remains debated between 'earth' and 'great goddess.'
Mahika is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'mahi' meaning 'great' or 'earth'. In Hindu tradition, Mahika is also associated with the goddess Parvati. The name has gained popularity in India and among the Indian diaspora since the early 2000s.
Where Mahika is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mahi
Sibling names for Mahika
Names that share Mahika's style, for a brother or sister.
