Nirva
Sanskrit · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Nirva
Nirva is derived from Sanskrit "Nirva" or related to "Nirvana," meaning extinction, cessation, or liberation from the cycle of rebirth in Hindu and Buddhist philosophy.
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Etymology
Nirva is derived from Sanskrit "Nirva" or related to "Nirvana," meaning extinction, cessation, or liberation from the cycle of rebirth in Hindu and Buddhist philosophy. The name is primarily used in Indian and South Asian cultures, particularly among Hindu and Buddhist communities, reflecting spiritual concepts central to these religions.
Nirva currently ranks #16,609 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2016.
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