Shadrika as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Shadrika

What is the meaning of the name Shadrika ?

The baby name Shadrika is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /ʃəˈdriːkə/ (shuh-DREE-kah).

Shadrika is in Origin.

Shadrika is a modern South Asian feminine given name shaped by Sanskrit influence. It likely fuses the popular auspicious opening Sha- with Adrika (Sanskrit: “mountain, cloud, or celestial water,” also a minor mythic nymph), producing readings such as “mountain-born” or “of heavenly waters.” Some speakers instead hear the element drik/drika, “sight, seer,” and interpret the name as “one with clear vision.” Because it is a contemporary coinage rather than a classical lexeme, meaning varies by family tradition.

In use in India since the late 20th century and among the global diaspora, it remains rare. Variant spellings include Sadrika, Shadhrika, and Shadrica; related names Adrika, Radhika, and Chandrika are phonetic neighbors rather than direct cognates. Pet forms include Rika, Shadi, and Dri. The name carries a modern, lyrical cadence while echoing Sanskrit roots, making it appealing to families seeking a distinctive yet culturally anchored choice.

⚙ Shadrika is about as rare as a name gets. We count just 2 recorded uses of it worldwide, from 1 country.