Nirvana

Meaning

Liberation

Perfect peace

In its source language, Nirvana means “Liberation, perfect peace”. It has Pali roots and a long history of use in Buddhist families.

Name Details

Gender

Boy

Origin

Pali

Language

Pali

Religion / Tradition

Buddhist

Name Type

Traditional

Popularity

Uncommon

Traditional Naming by Birth Nakshatra

Optional

For families who follow traditional Vedic naming practices, your baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada can be calculated from birth details and used to suggest traditional starting sounds for names.

1. Birth Details

Date, Time, Place

2. Janma Rashi

Nakshatra · Pada

3. Traditional

Naming Sound

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Quick Facts

Meaning Liberation

Gender Boy

Origin Pali

Language Pali

Religion / Tradition Buddhist

Name Type Traditional

Popularity Uncommon

Questions About Nirvana

What does the name Nirvana mean?

In its source language, Nirvana means “Liberation, perfect peace”. It has Pali roots and a long history of use in Buddhist families.

Is Nirvana a boy’s or girl’s name?

Nirvana is listed on TotsName as a boy’s name, most often given in Buddhist families.

What is the origin of Nirvana?

Nirvana is Pali in origin.

How popular is Nirvana?

Nirvana carries a uncommon rating on TotsName and begins with N.

Can Nirvana determine a baby’s Rashi or Nakshatra?

No. A baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada are determined from the date, exact time and place of birth. The name itself does not determine the birth chart. However, traditional naming practices may use the Nakshatra and Pada to suggest an appropriate starting sound for a baby’s name.

Important to Know

A baby’s Janma Rashi, Nakshatra and Pada are determined from the date, exact time and place of birth. The name itself does not determine the birth chart. However, traditional naming practices may use the Nakshatra and Pada to suggest an appropriate starting sound for a baby’s name.

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