Happy, successful, or a young plant
In Sanskrit and Hindi, Nihaal signifies being content, gratified, or successful. It also carries a Persian-derived meaning referring to a sapling or young plant, symbolizing growth and new beginnings.
About 25 boys were named Nihaal in 2025.
Indian activist and campaigner
Indian chess grandmaster
British radio and TV presenter
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).