Nidhi
Meaningtreasure · Sanskrit
Nidhi is an Indian girl name meaning “treasure”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationNidhi peaked in 2007, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Nidhi you'd meet today is about 18 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Nidhi would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 69,930 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryNidhi first shows up in US birth records in 1976, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 49 years since.
US births per million girls, 1976–2025
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About the name Nidhi
Nidhi is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “treasure”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 2000s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
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- Unisex name: Arya · noble
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Questions about the name Nidhi
What does the name Nidhi mean?
Nidhi means “treasure” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Treasure (“treasure”), Kenza (“treasure”), Kinza (“hidden treasure”) and Gaspard (“treasure bearer”).
What is the origin of the name Nidhi?
Nidhi is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Nidhi a boy or girl name?
Nidhi is a girl name. In 2025, 23 US girls were named Nidhi.
How popular is the name Nidhi?
Nidhi ranked #5,410 for US girls in 2025, given to 23 babies. Its best year was 2007, when it reached #2,457. Over the last five years it has climbed 1,219 places.
What names are similar to Nidhi?
If you like Nidhi, you might also like Treasure, Kenza, Kinza and Gaspard.
What should I know before naming my baby Nidhi?
Nidhi is an Indian girl name meaning “treasure”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.