Nikitha
Sanskrit · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Nikitha
Nikitha is a feminine given name derived from Sanskrit, meaning "night" or related to the concept of darkness and nocturnal imagery.
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Etymology
Nikitha is a feminine given name derived from Sanskrit, meaning "night" or related to the concept of darkness and nocturnal imagery. The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, particularly among Telugu and Kannada-speaking communities in South India.
Nikitha currently ranks #14,647 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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