Nikhil
Nikhil is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Complete, whole, entire”.
| Meaning | Complete, whole, entire |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | निखिल |
| Pronunciation | nik-HIL |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Nikhil
Nikhil comes from the Sanskrit nikhila, meaning 'entire', 'whole' or 'all without exception'. It appears in religious language for God as the source of everything, as in nikhila-jagat, 'the whole universe'. The name became very popular across India from the 1970s and remains a familiar choice, carrying the sense of something perfect and lacking nothing.
Is Nikhil a Hindu name?
Nikhil is a Hindu name with a philosophical flavour, suggesting the all-encompassing divine. It is also used by Jain and Sikh families as a general Indian name.
How popular is Nikhil?
Very common in India and among the Indian diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nikhil mean?
Nikhil means 'Complete, whole, entire'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Nikhil a Hindu name?
Nikhil is a Hindu name with a philosophical flavour, suggesting the all-encompassing divine. It is also used by Jain and Sikh families as a general Indian name.
How do you pronounce Nikhil?
Nikhil is pronounced nik-HIL.
Is Nikhil a boy or girl name?
Nikhil is usually a boy name.