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Nihira

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Pronounced neeh-EER-a /nih.ˈir.æ/Medium

Meaning: dew, mist; (also interpreted) treasureMedium

In 30 seconds: Nihira is a Sanskrit name meaning 'dew' or 'mist', and is also read as 'treasure'.

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Origin MediumSanskrit

Meaningdew, mist; (also interpreted) treasure

U.S. rank (2025)#3440 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births45 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 666

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Nihira comes from Sanskrit, where it is glossed as 'dew' or 'mist', with a secondary reading of 'treasure'. The two senses give it both a delicate, weather-soft image and a sense of something prized.

It is a rare name with no recorded variant spellings here, carrying a gentle, flowing sound across its three syllables.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Nihira is 'down, within, or pure,', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 62%

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Nihira mean?

Nihira is usually explained as meaning 'down, within, or pure,' and is most often linked with Nepali tradition.

How do you pronounce Nihira?

It's commonly said neeh-EER-a /nih.ˈir.æ/.

Is Nihira a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Nihira is used as a girl name.

How popular is Nihira?

In 2024, Nihira ranked #2587 in the U.S. for girls, with 68 births recorded.