Holding steady.
Popularity of Shatika since 1973
Babies named Shatika per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 86 |
| 1980s | 123 |
| 1990s | 64 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shatika is a name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1973, a period when many creative and phonetic coinages emerged. Its peak year was 1978, suggesting a brief surge in popularity likely influenced by similar-sounding names like Shantika or the Swahili Shanti. Since then, its usage has stabilized at very low levels, with no recent rankings. The name's exact etymology is uncertain, but it exemplifies the trend of distinctive, melodious names from the 1970s. Despite its rarity, Shatika carries a contemporary, energetic feel, and its unique sound may appeal to parents seeking a name with a modern edge.
Shatika appears to be a modern coinage from the United States, first recorded in 1973. It may be a variant of Shatika, a name from the Swahili language meaning 'my heart,' or a creative respelling of popular names like Shantika. The name saw modest use in the 1970s, peaking in 1978, and has since remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shat, Tika, Kiki
Sibling names for Shatika
Names that share Shatika's style, for a brother or sister.
