Lord of the correct path
Derived from the Sanskrit words 'niti', meaning guidance, morality, or policy, and 'isha', meaning lord or ruler. It translates to a leader who follows the right path or a master of ethics. In Hindu tradition, it is often associated with Lord Shiva or Lord Krishna.
Less common today
Nitish isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,854 in 2005.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Long-serving Chief Minister of Bihar, India
Professional Indian cricketer
Indian actor known for playing Lord Krishna
