Nishtha
Nishtha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Faith, dedication, steadfastness”.
| Meaning | Faith, dedication, steadfastness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | निष्ठा |
| Pronunciation | NISH-thah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Nishtha
Nishtha means firm devotion, steadfastness or unwavering commitment. In the Bhagavad Gita and devotional literature it describes being firmly established in a spiritual path, and in modern Hindi it is used for loyalty and integrity at work and in life. As a girl's name it has grown popular in recent decades.
Is Nishtha a Hindu name?
In Hindu devotion nishtha is the stage of fixed, steady faith; the Bhagavad Gita speaks of two kinds of nishtha, of knowledge and of action.
How popular is Nishtha?
Increasingly common among Indian families.
Gifts with the name Nishtha
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Nishtha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nishtha mean?
Nishtha means 'Faith, dedication, steadfastness'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Nishtha a Hindu name?
In Hindu devotion nishtha is the stage of fixed, steady faith; the Bhagavad Gita speaks of two kinds of nishtha, of knowledge and of action.
How do you pronounce Nishtha?
Nishtha is pronounced NISH-thah.
Is Nishtha a boy or girl name?
Nishtha is usually a girl name.