“State of perfect happiness; liberation” — Represents a transcendent
Sanskrit-speaking regions origin · Unisex name
♂ 50% boys♀ 50% girls
#1995US 2023
99Births / yr
↓Falling
1.2kAll-time births
📅 Since 197300.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Nirvana
ner·VAH·nuh
/nɝ.ˈvɑ.nə/ · stress on VAH · 3 syllables
“State of perfect happiness; liberation”
Represents a transcendent · Sanskrit-speaking regions origin
What does Nirvana mean and where does it come from?
Nirvana originates from Sanskrit, where it means 'blowing out' or 'extinguishing' in the context of breaking the cycle of rebirth, leading to a state of ultimate liberation and bliss. The name is often associated with Buddhist philosophy and represents a transcendent state of existence beyond suffer
Cultural significance
Nirvana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Sanskrit-speaking regions-speaking communities, where it reflects values of state of perfect happiness; liberation.
Peak popularity
Reached #1964 in 2017 — currently #1995 in the US.
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Falling — down 216 spots — currently #1995 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1980–2023#1995 · Top 1.5%
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#1995
99
▼ down 216 · -15% births
2022
#1779
116
▲ up 501 · +43% births
2021
#2280
81
▼ down 73
2020
#2207
81
▲ up 250 · +9% births
2015
#2457
74
▲ up 1870 · +118% births
2010
#4327
34
▲ up 696 · +31% births
2005
#5023
26
▲ up 200 · +18% births
2000
#5223
22
▲ up 129 · +22% births
1995
#5352
18
▲ up 977 · +29% births
1990
#6329
14
▲ up 3693 · +133% births
1985
#10022
6
▲ up 1322 · +20% births
1980
#11344
5
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Nirvana
2022Rank #1779
116
#4862
↗Rising
1980 - 202312 years
The story of Nirvana
Nirvana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1973. With 1,171 total births recorded, Nirvana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11344 in 1980 to #1995 in 2023.
Nirvana means "State of perfect happiness; liberation" — a name rooted in Sanskrit-speaking regions tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Nirvana?
Nirvana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Nirvana have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Nirvana?
Nirvana originates from Sanskrit-speaking regions tradition. Sanskrit-speaking regions names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Nirvana?
Nirvana is a three-syllable name pronounced N ER0 V AA1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Nirvana?
Nirvana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Sanskrit-speaking regions heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Nirvana
For a sister
Nirvana & Maitreya♡
Nirvana & Isha♡
Nirvana & Ushna♡
Nirvana & Mekala♡
For a brother
Nirvana & Maitreya♡
Nirvana & Praveen♡
Nirvana & Amol♡
Nirvana & Liam♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#1995
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