Nishant
Nishant is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Dawn; end of night”.
| Meaning | Dawn; end of night |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | निशांत |
| Pronunciation | nih-SHAHNT |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Nishant
Nishant joins nisha, 'night', and anta, 'end', so it means the close of night, the moment of dawn. It suggests hope, new beginnings and light after darkness. The name was popularised in part by Shyam Benegal's 1975 film Nishant, and it became a widely used boy's name across India in the following decades.
Is Nishant a Hindu name?
Nishant is a Hindu name with no single deity link; dawn holds a special place in Vedic hymns, where it is personified as the goddess Ushas.
How popular is Nishant?
Common throughout India and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nishant mean?
Nishant means 'Dawn; end of night'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Nishant a Hindu name?
Nishant is a Hindu name with no single deity link; dawn holds a special place in Vedic hymns, where it is personified as the goddess Ushas.
How do you pronounce Nishant?
Nishant is pronounced nih-SHAHNT.
Is Nishant a boy or girl name?
Nishant is usually a boy name.