Nihaan Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnee-HAHN / niːˈhɑːnSanskrit; Arabic
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'gift'; Arabic: 'blessing'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Nihaan is associated with the concept of a gift, often reflecting the value placed on children in Indian culture. In Arabic, it signifies a blessing, emphasizing the importance of family and the joy brought by a child. Both origins highlight positive connotations related to birth and family.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nihan
- Nihaan
International Variants
- Nihan (Turkish)
- Nihal (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nihaan was first seen in the United States in 2015. Nihaan has ranked as high as #1378 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Nihaan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nihaan (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
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| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 10 |