Nalini
NUH-lee-nee
Popularity
#13028
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Hindi
Total Births
345
Peak Year
#19 in 2012
First Recorded
1968
Style
Nature-Inspired, Spiritual & Biblical
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'lotus'. The lotus is a sacred flower in many Asian cultures, symbolizing purity and enlightenment.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Nalini Singh
Fijian politician and Member of Parliament.
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