Nihaan
nee-HAHN
Nihaan is a boy’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “Nihaan is a male given name with Sanskrit roots, meaning 'morning' or 'dawn'. It evokes freshness, new beginnings, and light.”. It currently ranks #8123 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.
What Nihaan Means
“Nihaan is a male given name with Sanskrit roots, meaning 'morning' or 'dawn'. It evokes freshness, new beginnings, and light.”
The Story of Nihaan
Like the very first rays of sunlight, this name heralds new beginnings and boundless optimism.
Nihaan is a name born from Sanskrit, meaning 'morning' or 'dawn.' It evokes the fresh promise of a new day, carrying with it the light and clarity that banishes the night.
For your son, this name signifies a bright and enthusiastic spirit. You see him embracing life with open arms, his days filled with the energetic optimism of a brand new dawn.
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The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#15 in 2022
Total Births
94
First Recorded
2015
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