Nimrat
Nimrat is a Sikh girl name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Humility, modesty”.
| Meaning | Humility, modesty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਨਿਮਰਤ |
| Pronunciation | NIM-rut |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Nimrat
Nimrat comes from the Punjabi nimrata, 'humility', a word ultimately from Sanskrit namrata. Humility is one of the central virtues in Sikh teaching, praised repeatedly in the Guru Granth Sahib as the path to God. The name has become well known through the actress Nimrat Kaur. Though usually given to girls, it is a virtue name and can be used for boys as well.
Is Nimrat a Sikh name?
Nimrat expresses the Sikh ideal of nimrata, humility before God and others. As with most Sikh names it is followed by Kaur for girls or Singh for boys.
How popular is Nimrat?
Popular among Sikh families in Punjab and the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Nimrat
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- Sikh baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Nimrat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nimrat mean?
Nimrat means 'Humility, modesty'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Nimrat a Sikh name?
Nimrat expresses the Sikh ideal of nimrata, humility before God and others. As with most Sikh names it is followed by Kaur for girls or Singh for boys.
How do you pronounce Nimrat?
Nimrat is pronounced NIM-rut.
Is Nimrat a boy or girl name?
Nimrat is usually a girl name.