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UK boy's name

Nirvik

An Indian masculine name derived from Sanskrit meaning "fearless".

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.

Nirvik is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Nirvik popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2921, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 7 births.

This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2024 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.

Nirvik is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Nirvik. 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

  • Nirvik ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 7 boys were registered as Nirvik.
  • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nirvik as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#2921

2024

Births in 2024

7

Latest year

Peak year

2024

7 births

Estimated living

7

2026

Meaning

What does Nirvik mean?

The name Nirvik has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that has been widely used in the Indian subcontinent for thousands of years. The name is derived from the Sanskrit root words "nir" meaning "without" and "vik" meaning "defect" or "blemish." Therefore, the name Nirvik can be interpreted to mean "one who is flawless" or "one without blemish."

In ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and Puranas, there are references to deities, sages, and mythological figures with names that contain the root "nir" or "vik." However, the specific name Nirvik is not commonly found in these ancient texts, which suggests that it may have emerged as a more modern name variation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nirvik can be traced back to the 16th century, when a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet named Nirvik Brahmin flourished in the court of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Nirvik Brahmin is credited with authoring several Sanskrit works and was highly respected for his literary prowess.

In the 18th century, a spiritual leader and philosopher named Nirvik Nath gained prominence in the Bengal region of India. He is known for his teachings on the concept of "nirvik-bhava," which emphasizes the idea of living a life free from blemishes and imperfections.

Another notable figure in history who bore the name Nirvik was Nirvik Banerji, a Bengali novelist and playwright who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is celebrated for his contributions to the Bengali literary renaissance and his works that explored social issues and human emotions.

In the field of music, Nirvik Ghosh was a renowned classical vocalist from India who specialized in the Khayal and Thumri styles of Hindustani music. He was born in 1926 and received numerous accolades and awards for his exceptional vocal abilities.

Lastly, Nirvik Bhattacharya was a prominent Indian architect who lived from 1927 to 2003. He is renowned for his innovative and sustainable architectural designs, which incorporated traditional Indian elements while embracing modern techniques and materials.

While the name Nirvik is not as commonly used as some other Sanskrit-derived names, its meaning and historical associations with notable figures from various fields make it a unique and meaningful name choice.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Nirvik by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nirvik 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 #2921 7 1

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FAQ

Nirvik: questions and answers

How popular is the name Nirvik in the UK right now?

In 2024, Nirvik was ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.

When was Nirvik most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 7 babies registered as Nirvik in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Nirvik?

An Indian masculine name derived from Sanskrit meaning "fearless".

How many people are called Nirvik in the UK?

A total of 7 babies have been registered as Nirvik across the 1 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.