UK boy's name
Nidhaan
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "absolute" or "decisive".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nidhaan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Nidhaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 5 births.
This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2020 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Nidhaan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nidhaan ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2020, when 5 boys were registered as Nidhaan.
- • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nidhaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2020
5 births
Estimated living
12
2026
Meaning
What does Nidhaan mean?
The name Nidhaan is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that is the root of many modern Indian languages. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "nidhi," which means "treasure" or "wealth." The name is thought to have been in use since ancient times in the Indian subcontinent.
One of the earliest known references to the name Nidhaan can be found in Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Puranas and the Mahabharata. These ancient texts often mentioned characters or individuals with this name, suggesting its widespread use in ancient Indian culture and mythology.
The first recorded instance of the name Nidhaan dates back to the 6th century BCE, when it was mentioned in the Rigveda, one of the oldest and most revered Hindu scriptures. This early reference highlights the name's deep roots in Indian history and tradition.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Nidhaan. One of the earliest known figures was Nidhaan, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and grammarian who lived in the 7th century CE. His contributions to the study of Sanskrit grammar and linguistics were significant and influential.
Another prominent figure was Nidhaan Bhatt, a 14th-century poet and writer from India. He was known for his poetic works, particularly in the genre of devotional poetry, and his writings had a lasting impact on Indian literature.
In the 16th century, Nidhaan Singh was a influential Rajput warrior and ruler who played a crucial role in the battles against the Mughal Empire. His bravery and military tactics were widely celebrated in his time.
During the 18th century, Nidhaan Pandit was a revered astrologer and philosopher from the Indian subcontinent. He wrote extensively on astrology, astronomy, and metaphysics, and his works were widely studied and revered.
Another notable figure was Nidhaan Das, a 19th-century saint and spiritual leader from India. He was renowned for his devotion, wisdom, and teachings, which influenced many followers and inspired a spiritual movement.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nidhaan over time
The chart below shows babies named Nidhaan registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2020 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nidhaan, the clearest high point is 2020. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nidhaan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nidhaan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4148 | 12 | 3 |
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FAQ
Nidhaan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nidhaan in the UK right now?
In 2024, Nidhaan was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Nidhaan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2020, with 5 babies registered as Nidhaan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nidhaan?
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "absolute" or "decisive".
How many people are called Nidhaan in the UK?
A total of 12 babies have been registered as Nidhaan across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.