Nirmal
Nirmal is a Sikh boy name of Sanskrit; used in Punjabi origin, meaning “Pure, spotless, clean”.
| Meaning | Pure, spotless, clean |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit; used in Punjabi |
| Written as | ਨਿਰਮਲ |
| Pronunciation | NIR-mul |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Nirmal
Nirmal comes from Sanskrit nirmala, 'without impurity'. The word appears often in the Guru Granth Sahib for a pure mind and for the pure Lord, and the Nirmala order of Sikh scholars took its name from it. In Hindu use it is equally common, and the name is widespread across North India and Kerala. In Punjab it is given to both men and women.
Is Nirmal a Sikh name?
For Sikhs Nirmal names the purity of spirit praised in Gurbani and is used with Singh or Kaur. Hindu families use it as a virtue name linked to inner cleanliness.
How popular is Nirmal?
Common across India for several generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nirmal mean?
Nirmal means 'Pure, spotless, clean'. It is of Sanskrit; used in Punjabi origin.
Is Nirmal a Sikh name?
For Sikhs Nirmal names the purity of spirit praised in Gurbani and is used with Singh or Kaur. Hindu families use it as a virtue name linked to inner cleanliness.
How do you pronounce Nirmal?
Nirmal is pronounced NIR-mul.
Is Nirmal a boy or girl name?
Nirmal is usually a boy name.