Nitin
Nitin is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit (modern) origin, meaning “Master of the right path”.
| Meaning | Master of the right path |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit (modern) |
| Written as | नितिन |
| Pronunciation | nih-TIN |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Nitin
Nitin is usually connected with niti, the Sanskrit word for right conduct, moral guidance and wise policy, and is popularly explained as 'master of the right path'. The exact formation is not classical, and the name is best seen as a modern coinage that took hold in the twentieth century. It became very common across India from the 1960s onward, with bearers such as the singer Nitin Mukesh.
Is Nitin a Hindu name?
Nitin is a Hindu name with an ethical rather than devotional meaning. Jain and Sikh families also use it as a general Indian name.
How popular is Nitin?
Very common in India for men born from the 1960s to 1990s.
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Spellings and variants of Nitin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nitin mean?
Nitin means 'Master of the right path'. It is of Sanskrit (modern) origin.
Is Nitin a Hindu name?
Nitin is a Hindu name with an ethical rather than devotional meaning. Jain and Sikh families also use it as a general Indian name.
How do you pronounce Nitin?
Nitin is pronounced nih-TIN.
Is Nitin a boy or girl name?
Nitin is usually a boy name.