Shalika
sha-LEE-ka
Shalika is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “Shalika is a Sanskrit/Hindi name, and might relate to the name Shalini, a name of a goddess, meaning 'modest'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1979.
What Shalika Means
“Shalika is a Sanskrit/Hindi name, and might relate to the name Shalini, a name of a goddess, meaning 'modest'.”
The Story of Shalika
A name whispered from ancient Sanskrit, carrying the quiet dignity of a goddess.
Shalika is a name with roots in Hindi and Sanskrit, possibly related to the name Shalini, which is associated with a goddess and means 'modest' or 'virtuous'. This name carries a gentle, dignified resonance from South Asian traditions.
You envision your daughter possessing a profound inner grace and quiet strength. This name captures that essence, suggesting a child who embodies modesty and carries herself with a serene dignity.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#12 in 1979
Total Births
109
First Recorded
1974
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