Queen or joyful song
Ranika is a modern name with dual potential roots. It is often interpreted as a diminutive or elaboration of the Sanskrit word Rani, meaning 'queen', or linked to the Hebrew root 'ran' which pertains to singing and joy.
Less common today
Ranika isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,646 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
