Nika is of Slavic origin, particularly from the South Slavic languages like Bulgarian and Serbian. It's a feminine given name derived from the Greek word 'Νίκη', which means victory. This connection gives Nika a strong and triumphant connotation. The name Nika gained popularity in various European countries during the 20th century, likely due to its widespread use among Slavic cultures and its appealing sound. It is often spelled with a 'y' as Nyika or Nikita, but these variations are less common than the original spelling. In some cases, it may also be used as a short form of names like Nikoleta or Nikonida.
"Nika was quite popular in 2003 with five newborns bearing this name that year."