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Tanvika

tahn-VEE-kah · Of uncertain origin; possibly derived from Sanskrit roots meaning 'body' or 'form'.

2025 rank (girls)
#6,838
Babies named in 2025
16
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 100,454 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2016

Rising since 2016, #6,838 for girls today.

Popularity of Tanvika since 2015

Babies named Tanvika per year in U.S. Social Security records.

511162020Most births 2025Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2010s48
2020s70

Meaning & origin

Tanvika is a modern Indian name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2015. It has been steadily rising in popularity, with its peak year in 2025 at rank 6,838. The name is most common in Texas, reflecting the distribution of the Indian-American community. Tanvika is a rare choice, with an estimated 1 in every 100,454 baby girls receiving the name in 2025. Its trajectory suggests continued growth, as it has risen every year since 2016. The name is likely derived from Sanskrit roots, though its exact meaning remains uncertain.

Tanvika is a modern Indian name, likely derived from the Sanskrit word 'tanu' meaning 'body' or 'form'. It appears to be a feminine variant of the name Tanvik, and has gained popularity in the 21st century among Hindu families in India and the diaspora. The name is used predominantly in South India.

Where Tanvika is most popular

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

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tanvi, Tanu, Tani

Sibling names for Tanvika

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Tanvika mean?
The meaning of Tanvika is uncertain, but it is likely derived from the Sanskrit word 'tanu' meaning 'body' or 'form'.
How popular is Tanvika currently?
Tanvika is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 6,838 in the United States, with about 1 in every 100,454 baby girls given the name.
Is Tanvika a boy or girl name?
Tanvika is predominantly a girl's name.