Nishant
Nishant is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Dawn; end of night; light breaking after darkness.
Origin and history
Nishant is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'dawn' or 'end of night'. It is derived from the elements 'nisha' (night) and 'anta' (end). In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice primarily used within the Indian diaspora.
Popularity in the United States
615 babies in the United States have been named Nishant since 1880. It ranks #4061 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1903.
States where it is most popular
- CA (66.3 %)
- NJ (15.7 %)
- IL (6 %)
- MI (6 %)
- NY (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 12 |
| 1980-1990 | 98 |
| 1990-2000 | 151 |
| 2000-2010 | 220 |
| 2010-2019 | 110 |
| 2020-2029 | 24 |
Famous people named Nishant
- Nishant Tanwar: Comedian, Actor
Fun facts
- The name combines the Sanskrit words 'nisha' (night) and 'anta' (end) to literally signify the dawn.