Nihaan
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Sun, Lord Shiva, ruler of the northeast
Origin: Sanskrit/Hindu
Popularity: Ranked #8713 in 2025 with 9 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Ishaan. Shares the meaning 'Sun, Lord Shiva, ruler of the northeast.'
Similar names: nihan, nidhaan, nishaan, niana, niani, nianna, niha, naithan
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Nihaan? About 1 in 369,833 babies born in 2025 were named Nihaan, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Nihaan
What does the name Nihaan mean?
Nihaan means “Sun, Lord Shiva, ruler of the northeast” from Sanskrit/Hindu roots.
What is the origin of the name Nihaan?
Nihaan has Sanskrit/Hindu origin. The traditional meaning is “Sun, Lord Shiva, ruler of the northeast”.
How popular is Nihaan?
Nihaan ranked #8243 in 2025 — given to 9 babies that year.
When was Nihaan most popular?
Nihaan peaked in 2022 with 15 babies registered that year.
Is Nihaan a boy or girl name?
Nihaan is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Nihaans in registered births are male.
Is the name Nihaan rising or falling in popularity?
Nihaan has fallen 1961 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #6282 in 2020 to #8243 in 2025.
How long has Nihaan been recorded?
Nihaan appears in birth records across 11 years — from 2015 through 2025.