Nikhil Name Meaning & Origin
/NIK-hil/Name Origin
Nikhil is a common male given name in India, derived from Sanskrit. It means 'complete' or 'entire'. It is used predominantly in Hindu communities and has been popularized through Indian culture and media.
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Indian (Hindu, Indian) 85%
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Nepalese (Nepali) 10%
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Sri Lankan (Sri Lankan Tamil or Sinhalese) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Nikhil
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Nikhil
Famous individuals named Nikhil include Nikhil Advani, an Indian film director and producer; Nikhil Kumar, an Indian actor and politician; and Nikhil Banerjee, a renowned Indian classical sitar player.
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Nikhil in the US (SSA Data):
Nikhil Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 9
People with this name tend to be: Humanitarian, generous and compassionate.