How Many People Are Named Sarika?

Complete statistics for the name Sarika: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Sarika
Very Rare
Sanskrit

Sarika means 'a female deer' in Sanskrit, adding a touch of nature's grace to its charm. Only 528 people named Sarika live in the US today, making up just 1 in 625,003 Americans, truly setting it apart as a very rare name. The majority, 51%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~528
Living in US
1 in 625,003
Americans
1996
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Female deer
🌐
Origin
Sanskrit
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Graceful Sensitive Creative
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 symbolizes freedom, adventure, and versatility.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

247,638
Worldwide Bearers
#4,253
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
233,429
🇹🇭 Thailand
3,018
🇲🇬 Madagascar
2,418
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
2,200
🇮🇩 Indonesia
1,213
🇺🇸 United States
1,154
🇿🇦 South Africa
1,152
🇬🇧 England
513
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
501
🇰🇭 Cambodia
264

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
528 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 29
277
Would be under 30 (51%)
261
Would be 30–60 (49%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 538 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1996

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
81
Classic Feel
30
Modern Appeal
90
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Sarika Through the Generations

Sarika has seen its peak popularity in 1996 when 21 babies were given this name, marking a high point in its usage. Today, the name's bearers span across different age groups, with 277 under 30, 261 aged between 30 and 60, and none over 60, indicating a younger generation preference. As a declining trend suggests, Sarika is becoming less common, but it remains a unique choice for those seeking a modern, culturally rich name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 10
California 5

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Sarika's Sanskrit roots

📄 About the Name Sarika

How Many People Have the Name Sarika?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 528 people in the United States currently share the name Sarika. That works out to roughly 1 in every 625,003 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Sarika a Common or Rare Name?

Sarika is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Sarika Mean?

Sarika means "female deer" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Sarika in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Sarika Most Popular?

The name Sarika reached peak popularity in 1996, with 21 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Sarika?

Approximately 528 people named Sarika live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 538. That works out to roughly 1 in 625,003 Americans.

Is Sarika a rare name?

Sarika is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 625,003 Americans has this name.

What does the name Sarika mean?

Sarika means "female deer" and comes from Sanskrit origins.

Is Sarika more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Sarika are male and 100% are female.

When was Sarika most popular?

Sarika peaked in 1996 with 21 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US528
All-Time Births538
1 in X1 in 625,003
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age29
Peak Year1996
World Rank#4,253
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.