Declining since 2011, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Nishka since 2000
Babies named Nishka per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 147 |
| 2010s | 311 |
| 2020s | 81 |
Meaning & origin
Nishka is a rare and melodious name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'night.' It first appeared on U.S. birth records in 2000, and its most popular year was 2010. Since 2011, its usage has been falling, and in 2025 it ranked 8,860th, with about 1 in 146,115 newborn girls receiving the name. The name has never been concentrated in any particular state, remaining a distinctive choice with a subtle, poetic resonance.
Nishka is derived from the Sanskrit word niśā, meaning 'night'. It is a variant or feminine form of Nishant, which also carries connotations of the end of night or dawn. The name has been used in India and among the Indian diaspora, often chosen for its lyrical sound and gentle meaning.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nish, Nikki
Variants: Nishka, Nishkha
Sibling names for Nishka
Names that share Nishka's style, for a brother or sister.
