Anshika
Anshika is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “A small part, a portion”.
| Meaning | A small part, a portion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अंशिका |
| Pronunciation | UN-shi-kaa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Anshika
Anshika is a feminine name built on Sanskrit amsha, a part or portion, with the diminutive ending -ika, suggesting 'a little part'. Parents often read it as 'a small part of the divine' or 'a part of our family'. It is a modern name, increasingly common in North India since the 1990s. Like Ansh, it is short in sound but meaningful in intent.
Is Anshika a Hindu name?
Anshika is a Hindu name; its root amsha carries the idea, found in the Bhagavad Gita, that each soul is a fragment of the divine.
How popular is Anshika?
A fairly popular modern name in North India.
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Spellings and variants of Anshika
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Anshika mean?
Anshika means 'A small part, a portion'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Anshika a Hindu name?
Anshika is a Hindu name; its root amsha carries the idea, found in the Bhagavad Gita, that each soul is a fragment of the divine.
How do you pronounce Anshika?
Anshika is pronounced UN-shi-kaa.
Is Anshika a boy or girl name?
Anshika is usually a girl name.