Indian name meaning
Shikha
♀ GirlShi·kha · 2 syllables
A flame; a peak; a tuft of hair
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Ambitious, capable and determined — built for goals, authority and material success.
The letters of Shikha add up to 17, which reduces to 8.
About the name Shikha
Shikha is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “A flame; a peak; a tuft of hair.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Shikha has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shikha mean?
Shikha means “A flame; a peak; a tuft of hair.” It is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Shikha a boy or a girl name?
Shikha is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Shikha?
Shikha is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Shikha?
In the Chaldean system, Shikha has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”
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