Complete, whole, or entire
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'nikhila', this name signifies wholeness and universality. It is a popular name in India and among the Hindu diaspora, often representing the concept of being all-encompassing or perfect.
About 44 boys were named Nikhil in 2025.
Indian film director and screenwriter
Indian actor in Telugu cinema
Former Indian cricketer
Renowned sitar player of the Maihar gharana
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Nikhil — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
