Niharika

Niharika is a girl name of Telugu origin with the meaning "Dew drops; mist; nebula". Names from the Telugu tradition often carry deep cultural significance, reflecting heritage, values, or natural beauty. She has been used in Telugu communities for generations and has gained broader popularity as parents discover its beauty.

Niharika has been used across Andhra Pradesh and other parts of the world. In the United States, SSA data shows the name's popularity trends going back to 1950. Check the chart above to see exactly how many babies were named Niharika in each year, and whether its popularity has been rising, steady, or declining.

Common nicknames for Niharika depend on its full form. Many parents choose Niharika specifically because it has built-in short forms or pet names. Some names have no common nicknames and are used in their full form throughout life.

Niharika is a name shared by people across all walks of life — from artists and athletes to scientists and public figures. The popularity of the name means it appears throughout history in nearly every era and culture. Search online for "Niharika famous people" to discover notable figures who share this name.

Names similar to Niharika share its cultural origin, style, or sound. If you love Niharika, you might also like names from the same origin tradition, names with similar ending sounds, or names that share the same number of syllables.