Female and male names starting with the letter "N" .
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NIGER
FeminineAfrican origin, derived from the West African country and river Niger. Its meaning varies depending on its source, though it is often associated with the concept of rivers or boats. As a given name, Niger has been used in Africa for centuries but gained international recognition after Niger's independence in 1960. Despite cultural significance tied to its association with the river and country, there is no universally agreed-upon meaning or symbolism for the name Niger as a given name. Today, it is recognized globally among diverse ethnicities and nationalities.
NIGER
MasculineAfrican origin, meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', derived from the river Niger and associated with resilience.
NIGERIA
FeminineAfrican female name derived from the Niger River, signifying 'land of the black river' and symbolizing strength and cultural richness.
NIGHT
MasculineNight: An uncommon English origin name derived from 'night', signifying darkness and mystery.
NIGIEL
MasculineNigel is an English name derived from the Old Norse Niáll, meaning "corpse-helm", although this interpretation should not be taken literally. Popularized during medieval England by Viking settlers, Nigel has evolved into a classic and traditional English name associated with elegance.
NIGIL
MasculineHebrew-origin male name meaning "my enemy," derived from the word "oyev.
NIGUEL
MasculineRare, Hispanic given name of Canarian origin, potentially meaning 'dark' or 'night,' derived from the ancient Guanches language.
NIHA
FeminineNiha is of African origin, meaning 'purpose' or 'goal', and signifies intention.
NIHAAL
MasculineIndian origin boy's name meaning "spotless" or "pure," often associated with positivity and purity.
NIHAAL
FeminineIndian name derived from Sanskrit 'Nihal', meaning 'lotus', symbolizing purity and enlightenment in Hinduism. Traditionally given to boys, it's gaining global popularity due to its unique sound and spiritual significance.
NIHAAN
MasculineIndian unisex name derived from Sanskrit 'Nihit', meaning 'fixed' or 'established'. It signifies steadfastness, popularized by Amrita Pritam's poem and appreciated worldwide for its uniqueness and phonetics.
NIHAD
FeminineArabic name derived from 'nahida', meaning 'guiding star'. It symbolizes hope and resilience, often associated with guidance and light in challenging circumstances.
NIHAL
FeminineArabic name meaning 'eagle', signifying strength and courage.
NIHAL
MasculineNihal, derived from Sanskrit "Nihala," means "blue lotus" symbolizing wealth and prosperity in Hindu mythology.
NIHAN
FeminineTurkish given name derived from the word 'nihan', meaning happiness or joy. It has been traditionally used among Turkish-speaking communities for centuries and has gained global popularity due to its positive connotation.
NIHAN
MasculineElegant Turkish girl's name meaning 'graceful'.
NIHANA
FeminineUnique girls' name of unknown origin, popularized recently due to its modern sound and positive associations like gracefulness or purity.
NIHANSH
MasculineIndian name of Sanskrit origin, derived from 'Nihan' meaning 'night', and 'Sh' representing the moon, symbolizing tranquility and wisdom.
NIHAR
MasculineIndian origin name derived from Sanskrit 'Nihara', meaning 'rain', associated with Hindu deity Indra, and often chosen for qualities like abundance and growth.
NIHARA
FeminineSanskrit name meaning "flowing down," often associated with water's movement and fluidity, and has been celebrated in Indian culture for centuries.
NIHARIKA
FeminineIndian name of Odisha origin, meaning "sun's rays," associated with the goddess Lakshmi, symbolizing wealth and prosperity.
NIHASH
MasculineSanskrit-derived name meaning "the light in the night", popular in India due to its association with Hindu mythology, and gaining international recognition for its symbolism of hope amidst darkness.
NIHASVI
FeminineUnique, Native American name from the Choctaw tribe meaning "my friend".
NIHILUS
MasculineRare, Latin-derived name invented by James Luceno for his Star Wars novel, "Darksaber.
NIHIR
MasculineIndian name from Gujarat, meaning 'ocean' in Sanskrit, symbolizing power and depth.
NIHIRA
FeminineJapanese name derived from "nihon", meaning "sunrise". It symbolizes hope and promise of a new day, having gained popularity through Yasunari Kawabata's novel, "Snow Country".
NIHIRAREDDY
FeminineIndian given name of Telugu origin, composed of "Nihira" (lotus) and "Reddy" (a surname signifying valor). It signifies elegance, grace, purity amidst adversity, and the triumph over challenges, reflecting both the lotus flower's symbolism in Indian culture and the Reddy dynasty's bravery.
NIHIT
MasculineIndian name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'fixed' or 'established', and referring to the star Sirius.
NIHITH
MasculineUncommon yet intriguing Indian name from Kerala, derived from Sanskrit words 'Nila' (blue) and 'Ithi' (gemstone), symbolizing the blue gemstone or sapphire. This name holds significance in Malayalam language and is often chosen for its distinctiveness and meaningfulness.
NIHITHA
FeminineSanskrit-derived name that means 'aimed' or 'directed', signifying guidance, and is associated with the Hindu goddess Lakshmi in Hindu mythology.
NIHLA
FeminineUncommon yet meaningful Arabic feminine name that translates to "breeze," symbolizing purity, freedom, and renewal.
NIHYA
FeminineBeautiful Arabic name meaning "end" or "finality", derived from the word "nihaya". It also holds significant spiritual meaning in Islam, being associated with Allah's ultimate power.
NII
MasculineGhanaian male name meaning "king" or "chief", often used by royalty and those of high social standing.
NIIA
FeminineUnique Finnish name meaning 'meadow', derived from Finnish folklore associating meadows with magical creatures and celestial beings.
NIILAH
FeminineUnique and beautiful African name of Swahili origin, meaning "water" and symbolizing life and fertility.
NIILO
MasculineFinnish name derived from 'niili', meaning 'bubbling stream'. It evokes images of clear waters flowing over pebbles.
NIJA
FeminineUnique African name, of Yoruba origin, meaning "return". It's often given to twins due to its sacred significance in Yoruba culture.
NIJA
MasculineAfrican name of Igbo origin, often associated with beauty and strength, believed to be given to children born on a Tuesday displaying courage and resilience.
NIJAE
MasculineAfrican name of Nigerian origin, derived from the Yoruba language, meaning "mother is supreme." It celebrates feminine power and the importance of motherhood.
NIJAE
FeminineCaptivating Igbo name meaning 'My heart belongs to you.'