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Niyam
How to Pronounce Niyam
Pronounced nee-YAHM /niΛjΙm/Medium
Meaning: From Sanskrit niyama, 'a rule, a discipline, self-restraint; observance, devotion'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Niyam comes from Sanskrit niyama, 'a rule, a discipline, self-restraint; devout observance, a vow' (the Niyamas are the second of the eight limbs of yoga β the positive disciplines of cleanliness, contentment, and devotion). A steady, meaningful, modern Indian boys' name (said 'nee-YAHM').
In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, a-rule-and-discipline at the root, and steady.
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What does the name Niyam mean?
Niyam is Sanskrit for 'a rule, a discipline, self-restraint; observance'.
How do you pronounce Niyam?
It's said nee-YAHM /niΛjΙm/ β two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Niyam a boy or girl name?
Niyam is a boy's name.
How popular is Niyam?
Niyam is a rare name in the U.S.