Nitin
Nitin is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Master of the right path, ethical, or guided by morality.
Origin and history
Nitin is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'master of the right path' or 'guided by morality'. It is widely used in India and among the Indian diaspora. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare name, primarily appearing in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
639 babies in the United States have been named Nitin since 1880. It ranks #4037 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1913.
States where it is most popular
- CA (62.8 %)
- IL (14 %)
- NJ (11.6 %)
- TX (11.6 %)
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 | 68 |
| 1980-1990 | 126 |
| 1990-2000 | 120 |
| 2000-2010 | 231 |
| 2010-2019 | 80 |
| 2020-2029 | 14 |
Famous people named Nitin
- Nitin Sawhney: Musician, Composer
- Nitin Ganatra: Actor
Fun facts
- The name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'niti', which translates to ethics, morality, or proper conduct.