Nishita
Nishita is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Sharp, keen; also night”.
| Meaning | Sharp, keen; also night |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | निशिता |
| Pronunciation | nih-SHEE-tah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Nishita
Nishita is usually explained from the Sanskrit nishita, 'sharpened', which by extension suggests a keen and alert mind. Because it sounds close to nisha, 'night', and nishitha, 'midnight', many families also give it a night-related meaning, so the name is understood both ways. It is used across India, particularly in Gujarat and the south.
Is Nishita a Hindu name?
Nishita is a Hindu name drawn from Sanskrit vocabulary rather than a deity's epithet.
How popular is Nishita?
Moderately common in India.
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Spellings and variants of Nishita
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nishita mean?
Nishita means 'Sharp, keen; also night'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Nishita a Hindu name?
Nishita is a Hindu name drawn from Sanskrit vocabulary rather than a deity's epithet.
How do you pronounce Nishita?
Nishita is pronounced nih-SHEE-tah.
Is Nishita a boy or girl name?
Nishita is usually a girl name.