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Origin: Greek

Meaning: Victory; People of victory; Very good; Pure crystal water

Sweet and full of prestige, this name will certainly show baby they can achieve whatever they put their mind to. Of Greek origin, Nika is a variant of the traditional moniker Nike, which was borne by the winged goddess of victory in Greek mythology, inspiring a little champion in baby. This goddess is the personification of victory which caused the meaning of this name to be “victory” or “people of victory.” Nika also has some Slavic and Persian roots and is thought to mean “very good” or “pure crystal water,” reminding baby that they possess all that is good in the world.