निमिषा

Nimisha

girlSanskritHindu

Nimisha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Moment, blink of an eye”.

MeaningMoment, blink of an eye
GenderGirl
OriginSanskrit
Written asनिमिषा
Pronunciationnih-MEE-shah
TraditionHindu
Used inIndia

Meaning and origin of Nimisha

Nimisha is the feminine form built on nimisha, the Sanskrit word for the blink of an eye and the brief instant it takes. Parents choose it for its delicate sense of a fleeting, precious moment. The name is especially well known in Kerala, where it is often spelled the same way, and it is used across India.

Is Nimisha a Hindu name?

Nimisha is a Hindu name taken from Sanskrit vocabulary for time rather than from scripture. It has no specific deity link.

How popular is Nimisha?

Popular in Kerala and used throughout India.

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Spellings and variants of Nimisha

Nimesha

Names similar to Nimisha

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nimisha mean?

Nimisha means 'Moment, blink of an eye'. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Nimisha a Hindu name?

Nimisha is a Hindu name taken from Sanskrit vocabulary for time rather than from scripture. It has no specific deity link.

How do you pronounce Nimisha?

Nimisha is pronounced nih-MEE-shah.

Is Nimisha a boy or girl name?

Nimisha is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.