Nikhil
n(i)-khil,
nik-hil
US Popularity:5426
Origin:Sanskrit
Meaning:whole; all
Nikhil is a baby boy name of Sanskrit origin meaning “whole” or “all”. The name Nikhil is popular throughout India and is commonly associated with the name Nikhila from the Hindu religion and Telugu language. If you’re one of the many who believe in the unity of all, Nikhil is a name suited to yours and baby’s lifestyle. Not only is the name symbolic of unity of all, but it also could serve to teach baby a completeness in themselves. Picking a name like Nikhil will encourage baby to feel entirely whole.
How Popular Is The Name Nikhil?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Nikhil is currently #1291 on The Bump
Boy:Nikhil is currently #713 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Nikhil is currently #5426 in U.S. births
Boy:Nikhil is currently #2537 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#2537
in 2024
+ 326
from 2023
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 486
Behind the Name, Nikhil, April 2022
Name Doctor, Lane
Behind the Name, Nikhila, December 2017
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