Nikita
Nikita is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Unconquered or victor.
Origin and history
Nikita is derived from the Greek name Niketas, meaning victor or conqueror. Although traditionally a masculine name in Eastern Europe, it gained usage as a feminine given name in the Western world, partly influenced by popular culture. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate popularity for girls during the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
10,778 babies in the United States have been named Nikita since 1880. It ranks #1566 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1864.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.4 %)
- NY (8.6 %)
- TX (7.5 %)
- FL (7.3 %)
- IL (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 83 |
| 1960-1970 | 318 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,447 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,343 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,952 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,507 |
| 2010-2019 | 886 |
| 2020-2029 | 237 |
Famous people named Nikita
- Nikita Thukral: Actress, Model
- Nikita Dragun: Internet Personality, Model
Nicknames
Niki, Nikki, Kita
Fun facts
- While historically a traditional male name in Slavic countries, Nikita became predominantly female in usage in the United States during the late 20th century.
- The name saw heightened global visibility following Luc Besson's 1990 action film 'La Femme Nikita' and subsequent television adaptations.