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Radhika

राधिकाRAH-dhee-kah · Successful, prosperous, or one who brings prosperity.

2025 rank (girls)
#3,577
Babies named in 2025
42
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 38,268 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2021

Rising since 2021, #3,577 for girls today.

Popularity of Radhika since 1966

Babies named Radhika per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2000, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Radhika's real moment was 2025.

142943198020002020Most births 2000Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s5
1970s83
1980s148
1990s308
2000s293
2010s175
2020s116

Meaning & origin

Radhika first appeared in U.S. records in 1966 and has seen steady use, particularly among Indian-American families. In 2025, the rank was 3577, with 1 in 38268 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak year was also 2025, reflecting consistent growth and a rising trajectory since 2021. Top states are Texas and California, which have large South Asian communities. The name's enduring appeal comes from its connection to Radha and its uplifting meaning of prosperity.

Radhika is a Sanskrit name meaning 'successful' or 'prosperous.' It is a diminutive or affectionate form of Radha, the name of the beloved consort of Krishna in Hindu tradition. The name has been widely used in India and among the Hindu diaspora, often chosen for its auspicious connotations and cultural resonance.

Where Radhika is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Radha, Radi, Rads

Variants: Radhika

Sibling names for Radhika

Names that share Radhika's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Radhika mean?
Radhika means 'successful' or 'prosperous' in Sanskrit. It is also an affectionate form of Radha, the beloved of Krishna.
How popular is the name Radhika?
As of 2025, Radhika ranks 3577th in the United States, with about 1 in 38268 girls given the name. Its popularity has been rising since 2021.
Is Radhika a boy or girl name?
Radhika is almost exclusively used as a girl's name. It is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin.