UK girl's name
Nidhi
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "wealth, treasure".
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.
Nidhi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nidhi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2771, with 9 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 14 births.
This profile covers 225 England and Wales registrations across 28 recorded years from 1997 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 64% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 224 living people in the UK are called Nidhi. 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
- • Nidhi ranked #2771 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 9 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 14 girls were registered as Nidhi.
- • About 224 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nidhi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2771
2024
Births in 2024
9
Latest year
Peak year
2009
14 births
Estimated living
224
2026
Meaning
What does Nidhi mean?
The name Nidhi has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language from the Indian subcontinent. The word 'nidhi' in Sanskrit means 'treasure' or 'wealth'. This name is believed to have been in use since ancient times in India.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Nidhi can be found in Hindu mythological texts, such as the Puranas and the Vedas. In these texts, Nidhi is often personified as the goddess of wealth and prosperity, who is revered and worshipped by devotees seeking financial security and abundance.
During the medieval period, the name Nidhi gained popularity among the ruling classes and aristocracy in India. It was considered a prestigious name, symbolizing wealth and prosperity. Several princesses and noblewomen from prominent dynasties, such as the Mughals and the Marathas, were named Nidhi.
In the modern era, the name Nidhi has remained a popular choice for parents in India, particularly among Hindu families. It is often chosen for its positive connotations and association with prosperity and abundance.
Some notable historical figures with the name Nidhi include:
1. Nidhi Choudhuri (1936-2017), an eminent Indian Bengali actress and theatre personality, known for her contributions to the Bengali theatre scene.
2. Nidhi Kapoor (born 1970), an Indian actress and former model, who has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and television shows.
3. Nidhi Razdan (born 1973), an Indian journalist and news anchor, known for her work with various news channels, including NDTV and CNBC-TV18.
4. Nidhi Subbaiah (born 1983), an Indian television actress and model, best known for her roles in popular soap operas.
5. Nidhi Dugar (born 1984), an Indian chess player and Woman Grandmaster, who has represented India in numerous international chess tournaments.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Nidhi throughout history, highlighting its cultural significance and enduring popularity.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nidhi over time
The chart below shows babies named Nidhi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 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 Nidhi, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 9 births in 2024, compared with 14 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nidhi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nidhi 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 | #3554 | 31 | 5 |
| 2010s | #2940 | 87 | 10 |
| 2000s | #2309 | 90 | 10 |
| 1990s | #2741 | 17 | 3 |
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- Nicole 19,687
- Natasha 15,578
- Nancy 12,607
- Naomi 12,199
- Natalie 10,885
- Nevaeh 7,869
- Nina 7,285
- Neve 7,180
- Natalia 7,099
- Nadia 6,032
- Nicola 4,927
FAQ
Nidhi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nidhi in the UK right now?
In 2024, Nidhi was ranked #2771 for girls in England and Wales, with 9 births registered.
When was Nidhi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 14 babies registered as Nidhi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nidhi?
A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "wealth, treasure".
How many people are called Nidhi in the UK?
A total of 225 babies have been registered as Nidhi across the 28 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.