UK girl's name
Nithila
A feminine Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "very polite".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2016. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nithila is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nithila popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5785, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 4 births.
This profile covers 16 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2007 to 2016. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 16 living people in the UK are called Nithila. 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 2017 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nithila ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales in 2016, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 4 girls were registered as Nithila.
- • About 16 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nithila as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5785
2016
Births in 2016
3
Latest year
Peak year
2011
4 births
Estimated living
16
2026
Meaning
What does Nithila mean?
The name Nithila originates from the Sanskrit language, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that emerged in the Indian subcontinent around the 2nd millennium BCE. The name is derived from the Sanskrit root words "nith" meaning "truth" or "honesty" and "ila" which translates to "earth" or "land."
In Hindu mythology, the name Nithila is associated with the goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of beauty, prosperity, and fertility. It is believed that the name holds a deep spiritual significance, representing purity, truthfulness, and a connection to the earth's abundance.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Nithila can be found in the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE. In this Sanskrit text, Nithila is described as a beautiful and virtuous princess, known for her unwavering commitment to truth and righteousness.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Nithila. One of the most famous was Nithila Devi, a 16th-century Rajput princess from Mewar, India, known for her bravery and heroic defense of her kingdom during the Siege of Chittorgarh in 1567.
Another prominent figure was Nithila Bai, a 19th-century Indian courtesan and poetess from Lucknow, renowned for her literary talents and contributions to the field of Urdu poetry. Her birth year is estimated to be around 1820.
In the realm of art and culture, Nithila Kapur was a celebrated Indian classical dancer and choreographer who lived from 1927 to 2010. She was widely recognized for her mastery of the Kathak dance form and her efforts in preserving and promoting Indian classical dance traditions.
Moving to the modern era, Nithila Samant was an Indian politician and social activist who dedicated her life to the upliftment of marginalized communities. She served as a member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from 1957 to 1962 and worked tirelessly for women's empowerment and social justice.
Lastly, Nithila Kurup was an Indian writer and academic born in 1934. She was a prominent figure in Malayalam literature and made significant contributions to the fields of literary criticism and feminist studies. Her works explored themes of gender, identity, and social issues.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nithila over time
The chart below shows babies named Nithila registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2016. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nithila, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2016, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nithila by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nithila 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5533 | 13 | 4 |
| 2000s | #5201 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Nithila: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nithila in the UK right now?
In 2016, Nithila was ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Nithila most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 4 babies registered as Nithila in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nithila?
A feminine Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "very polite".
How many people are called Nithila in the UK?
A total of 16 babies have been registered as Nithila across the 5 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.