Nishan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNISH-ahn / ˈnɪʃɑnSanskrit; Indian
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'sign' or 'mark'; Indian: 'light' or 'radiance'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nishan is a name of Sanskrit origin commonly used in India and among Indian communities worldwide. It is often associated with positive attributes such as brightness and guidance. The name reflects cultural values of enlightenment and significance in various contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nishan was first seen in the United States in 1924. Nishan has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Nishan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nishan (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 8 |