Rika

Female

Meaning

true fragrance

Origin

Japanese

Pronunciation

/ˈriːkə/

Traits associated with the name Rika:

Dogs named Rika tend to be loving, and affectionate. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Rika?

Naming your dog Rika suggests that you have an appreciation for unique and creative names. It also suggests that you are a person who is open to trying new things and exploring different cultures.

Is Rika a good dog name?

Rika has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Rika isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

3,198
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
2,402
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Rika is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Rika was, in the past month, the 5745th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Rika is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Rika was viewed 44 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Rika's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Rika is most adored in Nebraska, North Carolina and California.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Virginia and Michigan.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Rika.

Most popular breeds named Rika:

  1. Chihuahua
  2. Pomeranian
  3. Doberman Pinscher
  4. Maltese
  5. Labrador Retriever

Rika is found in these categories:

japanese dog names
japanese

Common female name in Japan, often meaning "fragrant pear" or "true fragrance".

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Rika dog name meaning

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