Devika
Meaninglittle goddess · Sanskrit
Devika is an Indian girl name meaning “little goddess”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
Did you know?
- Word funDevika doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Devika would score 14 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationDevika peaked in 1993, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Devika you'd meet today is about 32 years old. Now it's back in style, so there's a whole new generation of baby Devikas too.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Devika would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 76,336 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryDevika first shows up in US birth records in 1975, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 50 years since.
US births per million girls, 1975–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Devika
Devika is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “little goddess”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1990s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian girl names
- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
- Girl name: Serena · calm, serene
- Girl name: Mira · wonderful
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Devika
What does the name Devika mean?
Devika means “little goddess” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Athena (“Greek goddess of wisdom”), Thea (“goddess”), Minerva (“Roman goddess of wisdom”) and Uma (“name of goddess Parvati”).
What is the origin of the name Devika?
Devika is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Devika a boy or girl name?
Devika is a girl name. In 2025, 21 US girls were named Devika.
How popular is the name Devika?
Devika ranked #5,722 for US girls in 2025, given to 21 babies. Its best year was 1993, when it reached #3,987. Over the last five years it has climbed 4,528 places.
What names are similar to Devika?
If you like Devika, you might also like Athena, Thea, Minerva and Uma.
What should I know before naming my baby Devika?
Devika is an Indian girl name meaning “little goddess”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.