Holding steady, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Naika since 1990
Babies named Naika per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2018, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Naika's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 45 |
| 2010s | 50 |
| 2020s | 45 |
Meaning & origin
Naika is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1990. Its origin is unclear, but it may be a modern Anglo coinage or a creative spelling of similar names. The name has maintained a stable but low level of usage, reaching its peak rank of 8,362 in 2025, when it was given to about 1 in 133,939 babies. This translates to roughly 27 recorded births that year. Naika has not been concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its very low overall frequency. For parents seeking an uncommon name with a gentle sound, Naika offers a distinctive option without a long history of tradition.
The name Naika is of uncertain origin. It may be a modern coinage, possibly a variant of Nayka or a creative spelling inspired by names like Mika or Kaia. Some sources suggest a potential derivation from the Hindi word 'nayika' meaning 'heroine,' but this connection is not well-attested. The name began appearing in U.S. birth records in the 1990s and has seen modest but stable usage.
“Naika” around the world
Where Naika lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Nayka
Sibling names for Naika
Names that share Naika's style, for a brother or sister.
