Nikhilesh
Nikhilesh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of all”.
| Meaning | Lord of all |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | निखिलेश |
| Pronunciation | ni-khi-LAYSH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Nikhilesh
Nikhilesh joins nikhila, 'whole' or 'all', with isha, 'lord', meaning 'lord of everything'. It is a lengthened form of the popular name Nikhil and describes God as master of the entire universe. Names of this shape were widely coined in the twentieth century from classical words. Families often shorten it to Nikhil in daily life.
Is Nikhilesh a Hindu name?
A Hindu name expressing the supreme lordship of God; it can be applied to Shiva or Vishnu depending on family devotion.
How popular is Nikhilesh?
Less common than Nikhil but recognised across India, especially in Bengal and North India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nikhilesh mean?
Nikhilesh means 'Lord of all'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Nikhilesh a Hindu name?
A Hindu name expressing the supreme lordship of God; it can be applied to Shiva or Vishnu depending on family devotion.
How do you pronounce Nikhilesh?
Nikhilesh is pronounced ni-khi-LAYSH.
Is Nikhilesh a boy or girl name?
Nikhilesh is usually a boy name.