Shenika

Shenika is a feminine name of American invention that’s a spin on the more common Shanika. While it’s uncertain of where its roots lie, this name can come from a variety of age-old monikers. To celebrate baby’s good, noble nature, Shenika or Shanika can be a blend of the Arabic Shan, meaning “greatness” or “importance,” and the Persian Neeka, meaning “good” or “virtuous.” You may also see links to the Hebrew Shen, meaning “tooth,” or the Slavic element nika, meaning “victory.” With plenty of symbolic potential, this name can inspire your little one’s sharp, biting wit and prosperous future.