Nikul
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Nikul
Nikul is a variant of the Sanskrit name Nikhil, derived from the Sanskrit root "nikhila" meaning "entire" or "complete." The name carries philosophical significance in Hindu traditions, denoting wholeness or totality.
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Etymology
Nikul is a variant of the Sanskrit name Nikhil, derived from the Sanskrit root "nikhila" meaning "entire" or "complete." The name carries philosophical significance in Hindu traditions, denoting wholeness or totality.
The name is primarily used in Indian cultures, particularly among Hindu, Jain, and Sikh communities, with modern usage extending across the Indian diaspora and other regions influenced by Indian naming conventions.
Nikul currently ranks #7,004 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1988.
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