✨ Unisex Name Indian · Sanskrit

SHIKHA

Pronunciation /SHIKH-a/

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“flame”

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Meaning of SHIKHA

SHIKHA is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin, popular among Indian families. It means “Flame, peak”.

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Popularity
86/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
14/100
Pronunciation
88/100

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#59#78#962015201920232026
Status
Moderately Popular
Direction
↑ Rising
2026 Rank
#59

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🎨 Nicknames for SHIKHA

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Shi Shik Shiy Shikh

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📋 Key Info

Meaningflame
OriginIndian
GenderUnisex Name
Popularity86/100

📈 Name Statistics

Short Meaningflame
First Name LetterS
Total Letters6
Syllables2
Gender Group✨ Unisex
Heritage OriginIndian
Dialect BaseSanskrit
Registry Popularity86/100

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