The name Nihal is a boy's name meaning "happy, successful".

6 Letter Boy Names

Two Syllable Names for Boys

5 Letter Boy Names

Names Ending in L for Boys

Names That Mean Successful

An Arabic boy name with an optimistic and upbeat meaning.

Nihal

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The name Nihal peaked for boys at #2875 in 2014. The name is most popular in California, New Jersey, and California. Nihal is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

5 Letter Girl Names

Names Ending in L for Girls

Two Syllable Names for Girls

Nihal is a feminine name with rich multicultural origins. In Arabic, it means 'achieving success' or 'reaching one's goals,' while in Sanskrit and Hindi, it translates to 'morning dew' or 'joy.' The name also appears in Turkish culture with connotations of happiness and prosperity. Though traditionally used for both genders in some cultures, it's increasingly popular as a girl's name in Western countries. Nihal's global appeal stems from its melodic sound, positive meanings, and cross-cultural versatility. While still relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, it has been steadily gaining recognition among parents seeking a name with international significance and a distinctive yet accessible sound.

The name Nihal peaked for girls at #5747 in 2016. The name is most popular in Minnesota and Minnesota. Nihal is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

Year	US rank	Births	Per million
2014	#2,875	41	21.3
2015	#2,899	41	21.4
2016	#3,100	38	20
2017	#3,174	37	20
2018	#3,677	30	16.5
2019	#3,406	34	18.9
2020	#4,504	22	12.7
2021	#3,106	39	22.3
2022	#4,255	25	14.3
2023	#3,599	32	18.7
2024	#3,024	41	23.8
2025	#2,971	42	24.6

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