One without sorrow; also refers to a small knife
In Sanskrit, Ashika is derived from 'a' (without) and 'shoka' (sorrow), translating to one who is joyful or free from grief. It is also sometimes interpreted as a diminutive meaning 'small knife' or 'dagger' in certain contexts. The name is appreciated for its melodic sound and positive emotional connotation.
Less common today
Ashika isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,653 in 2011.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).