Alika is a unisex given name of Hawaiian origin, meaning "joyful" or "happy". It was popularized by the Hawaiian singer and songwriter Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, who used it as his stage name. Alika has gained international recognition due to its association with Kamakawiwo'ole's music, particularly his renowned medley of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" and "What a Wonderful World". The name is often chosen for its positive connotation and its connection to Hawaiian culture and music.
It appears the name Alika experienced significant popularity from the late 1970s to the mid-1980s, with peaks of over 15 births per year between 1979 and 1984. However, after this period, its usage began to decline steadily until it reached a low of just five births in 2011. Although there have been a few fluctuations since then, the name has not regained its former popularity, with fewer than 15 births per year recorded every year from 1986 onwards. Overall, Alika has been given to a total of 635 newborns between 1971 and 2023.