Unique or God is gracious
Onika is a name of debated origin, often cited as a West African variation of Danica or a creative form of Monica. In some contexts, it is associated with the meaning 'unique' or linked to the Hebrew roots of 'Anna' meaning 'grace'. It gained significant cultural recognition in the United States through the birth name of rapper Nicki Minaj.
Less common today
Onika isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,756 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Birth name of the rapper and singer Nicki Minaj
Influential pop culture figure and songwriter
