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Origin: Indian

Meaning: Victory

Nikiya will dance their way into your life and take center stage in your heart. A possible variation of Nikita, a Russian name meaning “victory,” Nikiya could also be derived from the Greek word nike, which carries the same meaning of "victory." This lovely feminine name may also have Indian roots and plays a pivotal role in the ballet La Bayadère, which was created by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa and was first performed in St. Petersburg, Russia in 1877. Set in Royal India, La Bayadère follows the tragic tale of a temple dancer, or bayadère, called Nikiya, the lead dancer known for her beauty, and her star-crossed love affair with a noble warrior, Solor. With a title like Nikiya, your little one is bound to approach life with main character energy.