Whole, complete, or universal
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'akhila' with the prefix 'ni', it signifies something that is entire or all-encompassing. In Hindu philosophy, it often refers to the completeness of the universe or the divine. It is a feminine form of the name Nikhil.
Less common today
Nikhila isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,348 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Indian actress appearing in Malayalam and Tamil films
