Kanika (name)

Kanika

Kanika means seed of wheat in Hindi
Pronunciation /kʌnɪkɑː/
Gender Female
Language(s) Sanskrit
Origin
Meaning Atom, Seed, Piece of Gold
Region of origin India
Other names
Derived Kana, Kanaka
Related names Kanaka, Kanak, Kamika

Kanika (sanskrit, कनिका) is an Sanskrit Indian feminine, often found in the Hindu community. It means "atom", "seed" or "gold".

Etymology

The word Kanika has multiple origins.[1] It may mean one of the following:

Religious significance

The word is mostly found in Hindu religion.[2] It is also found in Buddhism and Jainism. The zodiac sign usually associated with Kanika is Gemini.[3]

Notable people named Kanika

References

  1. "Origin of Kanika". India Child Names. Retrieved 2 July 2012.
  2. "Religion of Kanika". India Child Names. Retrieved 2 July 2012.
  3. "Zodiac sign of Kanika". India Child Names. Retrieved 2 July 2012.
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