What origin is the name Nishamay?

Nishamay comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Nishamay?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Nishamay — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Nishamay?

Nishamay starts with the syllable “Ni” (नी), which traditionally belongs to Anuradha nakshatra, pada 2, in Vrishchik rashi (Scorpio). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Nishamay

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Nishamay

Nishamay

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Nishamay is an Indian unisex name meaning "One who is like the night".

Nishamay is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "One who is like the night". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

One who is like the night

Popularity

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Quick answers about Nishamay

What does Nishamay mean?

Nishamay is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "One who is like the night".

How popular is Nishamay?

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Brother names that go with Nishamay

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

3is the Chaldean number for Nishamay.

Number 3 is linked with creativity, joy and self-expression.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Ni (नी)
Rashi: Vrishchik (Scorpio)
Nakshatra: Anuradha, pada 2
Name number: 3

By tradition, names starting with “Ni” suit babies born in Anuradha nakshatra (pada 2), which falls in Vrishchik rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.

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Names with a similar meaning to Nishamay

Nishamay means "One who is like the night" — these names share that spirit.

Michael — "Who is like God, referring to the archangel who serves as a protector and warrior." (Hebrew)
Ava — "Like a bird, life" (Latin)
Layla — "A poetic name meaning night or dark-haired beauty, famously associated with classic tales of deep love." (Arabic)