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Kanika (name)

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Kanika (sanskrit, कनिका) is an Sanskrit Indian feminine, often found in the Hindu community. It means "atom", "seed" or "gold".

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Etymology

The word Kanika has multiple origins. It may mean one of the following:

  • Atom, when derived from Kana(Sanskrit: ‍कण), Sanskrit word for atom.
  • Seed, when derived from Kanaka(Hindi: ‍कनक), Hindi word for seed of wheat.
  • Gold, when derived from Kanaka(Sanskrit: ‍कणक), Sanskrit word for gold.
  • Religious significance

    The word is mostly found in Hindu religion. It is also found in Buddhism and Jainism. The zodiac sign usually associated with Kanika is Gemini.

    Notable people named Kanika

  • Kanika Banerjee, (born 1924 – died 2000), Indian Rabindra Sangeet musician and singer.
  • Kanika Beckles, (born 1991), Grenadian sprinter
  • Kanika Kapoor, (born 1978), Indian actress and playback singer.
  • Kanika Maheshwari, (born 1981), Indian television actress.
  • References

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