Jeevika
Jeevika is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Livelihood; source of life”.
| Meaning | Livelihood; source of life |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | जीविका |
| Pronunciation | JEE-vi-kaa |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Jeevika
Jeevika comes from Sanskrit jivika, 'means of living' or 'livelihood', built on jiv, 'to live'. Parents usually understand it more warmly as 'source of life' or 'full of life'. It is a relatively modern given name that has become popular across North India along with other jiv- names. Jivika is an equally common spelling. It suits families who want a short, meaningful name tied to vitality.
Is Jeevika a Hindu name?
Jeevika is used by Hindu and Sikh families; it is not linked to a particular deity or scripture.
How popular is Jeevika?
A modern girl's name in India.
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Spellings and variants of Jeevika
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jeevika mean?
Jeevika means 'Livelihood; source of life'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Jeevika a Hindu name?
Jeevika is used by Hindu and Sikh families; it is not linked to a particular deity or scripture.
How do you pronounce Jeevika?
Jeevika is pronounced JEE-vi-kaa.
Is Jeevika a boy or girl name?
Jeevika is usually a girl name.