Find out how popular the first name Nilam has been for the last 22 years (from 1975 to 1996) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Nilam by gender

Based on the last 22 years of data, Nilam is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1996, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Nilam.

The history of the first name Nilam

Nilam is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Nila" which means "blue" or "dark blue." This name is primarily associated with the Hindi and Urdu languages spoken in the Indian subcontinent. The name's origins can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often used to describe the deep blue hues of the sky or the ocean.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Nilam can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, where it was mentioned as a descriptive term for the color blue. The name gained popularity during the medieval period in the Indian subcontinent, particularly among Hindu and Muslim communities.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Nilam. One such person was Nilam Mazumder (1947-2009), a renowned Indian writer and poet known for her work in Bengali literature. Another individual of note was Nilam Kochhar (born 1959), an Indian-American mathematician and computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of cryptography.

In the world of sports, Nilam Sari (born 1968) was a notable Indian badminton player who represented her country at the Olympics and won several international tournaments. Nilam Parikh (born 1973) was an Indian actress and model who appeared in several Bollywood films and television shows.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nilam in a historical context dates back to the 16th century, when a Persian poet named Nilam Kashani (1516-1587) gained prominence for his poetic works in the Safavid Empire.

While the name Nilam has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has also been adopted by various cultures and communities around the world, with variations in spelling and pronunciation.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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