Female and male first names beginning with the letter “N”..

NILEAH

Female

Rare yet captivating Hebrew name derived from the Egyptian goddess Neith, meaning "graceful like the Nile River.

NILENE

Female

Elegant and unique African name of Swahili origin, meaning "gift from God".

NILES

Male

Latin-derived name meaning "dark blue," first used as a boy's name in medieval Europe, associated with Saint Nilus the Younger, and adapted globally in various spellings yet retaining its original meaning.

NILESH

Male

Indian name of Gujarati origin, meaning "Lord of Blue," derived from Sanskrit 'Nil' signifying wisdom and intelligence.

NILEY

Female

Recent American given name, created by combining 'Nile' and '-ley', with no specific meaning; it's rare yet distinctive.

NILI

Female

Hebrew name meaning "wave" or "ripple," symbolizing life's ebb and flow, strength, and resilience.

NILIYAH

Female

Niliyah, of Hebrew origin, means "my delight is in her" or "my pleasure is she".

NILKA

Female

Latin-derived female name that signifies victory and success of the people.

NILLA

Female

Rare Scandinavian female name derived from Old Norse 'hnelga', meaning 'corner' or 'nook', symbolizing protection and grace, particularly popular among medieval Swedish nobility.

NILLIE

Female

Charming and unique Dutch given name derived from the word 'nille', meaning 'zero'.

NILMAR

Male

Brazilian male given name coined by Paulo Coelho in his novel "The Witching Hour". Derived from Sanskrit 'Nil' meaning 'value' and Portuguese 'Mar' meaning 'sea', Nilmar's meaning is believed to be 'the value of the sea'.

NILO

Male

Italian unisex name derived from 'Nilus', meaning "the one who travels on the Nile" or "the victorious one", associated with the sacred Nile River in African mythology.

NILOFAR

Female

Nilofar, a Persian feminine given name, means "waterfall of joy" and is associated with the legendary bird Simorgh in Persian mythology.

NILOOFAR

Female

Persian name meaning 'lotus in the sky', symbolizing purity and resilience like the lotus flower that grows above muddy waters.

NILOU

Female

Persian girls' name derived from "niloufar," meaning "water lily," signifying grace and beauty in Iranian culture, with historical ties to the Shahnameh epic.

NILOUFAR

Female

Originating from Greece, Iridessa signifies 'goddess of rainbows'.

NILS

Male

Scandinavian male name meaning "champion's wreath" or "victory", derived from Old Norse Niðl or Niels.

NILSA

Female

Rare yet captivating Scandinavian feminine given name derived from the Old Norse "Njáll", meaning "champion" or "hero".

NILSON

Male

Distinctive male name of Scandinavian origin, deriving from the Old Norse word "hnilr", meaning "mischievous" or "naughty".

NILTON

Male

Brazilian name derived from the Portuguese word 'nil', meaning zero, gaining popularity through figures like footballer Nilton Santos.

NILUFAR

Female

Persian name derived from "nil" (lotus) and "far" (spring), symbolizing purity and resilience like the lotus flower, and was popular among Persian royals.

NILUFER

Female

Persian name meaning "the lotus bearer," derived from the words "nil" (lotus flower) and "ufr" (carrying). This unique and beautiful name signifies purity, beauty, and enlightenment amidst adversity.

NILYN

Female

Unique African name derived from the Nile River, symbolizing strength, power, and fertility, though its origins are shrouded in mystery.

NILYNE

Female

Hebrew name meaning "miracle from God," derived from "ne'elam" (hidden/concealed) and "yena" (gracious).

NILYNN

Female

Rare Scandinavian name derived from "nīl" meaning death and "ynja" meaning to rush or hasten, interpreted as rushing towards death.

NILZA

Female

Rare, Portuguese-derived female name meaning 'little girl' or 'small child', coined in 19th-century Portugal.

NIM

Male

Hebrew name meaning "song" or "tune," derived from the word "nima." It has historical significance, as it was the name of Nimrod, a strong hunter and city founder in ancient Mesopotamia. Today, Nim remains a unique and memorable name that often inspires artistic pursuits.

NIMA

Male

Unique Persian name derived from 'nim', meaning 'day' or 'sunlight', symbolizing brightness and positivity.

NIMA

Female

Unisex given name of Persian origin, meaning "wished for" or "light".

NIMAH

Female

Distinctive Middle Eastern female name meaning "height" or "elevation," associated with lofty ideals and derived from the Arabic word "nima.

NIMAI

Male

Indian name from Odisha meaning 'spotless' or 'pure', famously borne by Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a spiritual reformer and avatar of Lord Krishna.

NIMALAN

Male

Tamil name composed of 'Nima' (lotus) and 'alan' (playful), symbolizing resilience and purity, and often associated with intelligence and wit in Tamil literature.

NIMAR

Female

Rare, Persian-origin name meaning 'half' or 'divided'.

NIMARI

Female

Captivating name of African Yoruba origin meaning "My mother is beautiful," reflecting admiration for maternal beauty.

NIMAT

Female

Unique Arabic given name meaning 'pure', with historical significance and notable bearers such as Saint Nimatullah.

NIMCO

Female

Unique Somali name derived from "nim," meaning "moon," translating to "moon-like.

NIMERAH

Female

Distinctive Arabic female name derived from "nima" meaning heaven or paradise, with "-rah" signifying elevation or grace.

NIMESH

Male

Indian name of Sanskrit origin, derived from "Nimitta," meaning "cause" or "reason." It is one of the five universal causes for existence in Hindu philosophy and holds significant historical and cultural importance, including mentions in ancient texts like the Mahabharata. Today, it's recognized as a meaningful boy's name with spiritual roots across various communities.

NIMIR

Male

Ancient Egyptian male name derived from "Nim", meaning "the west". It signifies someone destined for greatness after death, with historical significance and notable figures like King Nimir-Bel. Today, it's a rare yet powerful name reflecting deep roots in ancient culture.

NIMISH

Male

Rare Indian name of Gujarati origin, derived from the Sanskrit 'Nimesh', signifying devotion to Lord Shiva and spiritual reverence with closed eyes.