Rikita
Rikita is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,221 in the US, popular nicknames include Rik, Riy, and Rikie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Rikita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 93 babies have been named Rikita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rikita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,221 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,221
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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English modern coinage origin
"playful, delightful"
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Greek origin
"defender of people"
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About the Name Rikita
Rikita is a girl name .
Rikita is currently ranked #16,221 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rikita include Rik, Riy, Rikie, and Rikiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis