Holding steady.
Popularity of Renika since 1972
Babies named Renika per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 87 |
| 1980s | 179 |
| 1990s | 93 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Renika is a modern invented name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1972, reflecting a trend toward unique, blended coinages. Its peak year was 1983, when it saw its highest usage, before settling into obscurity. The name has been rare since, with no recorded births in recent years. While its exact origin is uncertain, its structure suggests an intentional combination of familiar sounds from names like Renee and Monika. Renika remains a creative choice for parents seeking an uncommon, distinctive name.
Renika first appeared in the United States in 1972, during a period when blended and invented names were gaining popularity. It likely combines the prefix 'Ren-' from names such as Renee (French for 'reborn') or Renata (Latin for 'born again') with the suffix '-nika' influenced by Eastern European names like Monika (of uncertain origin) or Veronica (Latin 'true image'). The name peaked in 1983 and has seen sporadic use since, remaining rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Reni, Nika, Ren
Sibling names for Renika
Names that share Renika's style, for a brother or sister.
