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Nirupa

Quick answerThe given name 'Nirupa' is derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'beautiful' or 'lovely', and is composed of 'nira' (beautiful) and 'upa' (near or close).

Sanskrit · Girl · 3 syllables

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Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#1,828
Trend—
Peak year2020
Syllables3
OriginSanskrit
LanguageSanskrit
CultureHindu
ReligionHinduism
Letters6
Numerology7 Chaldean 5
Global rank#1,828

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Nirupa

The given name 'Nirupa' is derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'beautiful' or 'lovely', and is composed of 'nira' (beautiful) and 'upa' (near or close).

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Etymology

The given name 'Nirupa' is derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'beautiful' or 'lovely', and is composed of 'nira' (beautiful) and 'upa' (near or close). Nirupa is used in Hindu culture and is associated with the Sanskrit tradition, although its usage may also be found in other cultures due to the influence of Sanskrit.

Nirupa currently ranks #1,828 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.

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