Nishant Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNish-ant / nɪʃɑːntSanskrit
Meaning
The one who is calm and peaceful
Historical & Cultural Background
Nishant is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit language. It is commonly used in Hindu culture and is associated with the dawn or the end of night. The name reflects qualities of tranquility and serenity, often symbolizing new beginnings. It is popular among various communities in India and among people of Indian descent worldwide.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nishant was first seen in the United States in 1979. Nishant has ranked as high as #1272 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Michigan, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Nishant has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nishant (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 8 |