Nitin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEE-tin / ˈniːtɪnSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'the one who is well-behaved'; Hindi: 'good person'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nitin is a name of Indian origin, commonly used in Hindu culture. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Niti', which means 'moral conduct' or 'ethics'. The name is often associated with qualities such as righteousness and good behavior. It is popular among various communities in India and among people of Indian descent worldwide.
Trend Summary
The name Nitin has seen moderate popularity in India, particularly among Hindu families.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nitin was first seen in the United States in 1972. Nitin has ranked as high as #1291 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Nitin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nitin (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 5 |