Origin
Hindi (Indian)
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Pisces
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Shikara is a name often given to girls. Ranked #10336 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Hindi (Indian) origin and traditionally means "Mountain peak or boat on the lake". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Shikara
Shikara originates from Hindi, referencing Kashmir's iconic boats or lofty peaks. It offers a graceful yet powerful choice for girls. The name suggests calm waters and high aspirations. Families appreciate its melodic flow and cultural resonance.
Popularity
Currently ranked #10336 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Compassionate humanitarian.
Craves variety and adventure.
Grounded and practical.
Nurtures family and home.
Zodiac & Astrology
Pisces
Reflects dreamy, empathetic nature.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Flows with peaceful, intuitive energy.
Color Aura
Soft Teal
Element
Water
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Aquamarine
Spirit Animal
Dolphin
Power Word
Harmony
Energy Type
Water × Spring
Personality & Traits
Graceful
Moves with elegance.
Intuitive
Trusts inner wisdom.
Serene
Maintains calm under pressure.
Famous People Named Shikara
Shikara Khan
Indian artist
Shikara in Pop Culture
Shikara
Bollywood film title
Shikara
Fantasy novel character
Historical Events
1600
Shikara boats in Kashmir records.
2010
Film release boosted usage.
International Variations
Shikara in Different Scripts
شيكارا
Arabic
希卡拉
Chinese (Mandarin)
シカラ
Japanese (Katakana)
शिकारा
Devanagari
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Shikara:
Shikara Priya
Shikara Anjali
Shikara Maya
Shikara Sofia
Shikara Elena
Shikara Nadia
Shikara Zara
Fun Facts & Trivia
Named after Kashmir boats.
Means peak in some dialects.
Rising in global popularity.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.