Born of a prayer or hymn
In Sanskrit, the name is derived from the word 'Rika', referring to a hymn or a prayer from the Rigveda. It is often associated with being born of a sacred sound or a divine verse. In some contexts, it is also interpreted as meaning 'pure' or 'clear'.
About 7 girls were named Ryka in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
