What origin is the name Nishra?

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

What are good brother names for Nishra?

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

What is the rashi of the name Nishra?

Nishra 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.

Nishra

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Nishra

Nishra

Unisex

Indian

2 syllables

Nishra is an Indian unisex name meaning "Night or darkness".

The meaning of Nishra is "Night or darkness" — a unisex name of Indian origin. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Night or darkness

Popularity

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Quick answers about Nishra

What does Nishra mean?

Nishra is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Night or darkness".

How popular is Nishra?

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Brother names that go with Nishra

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

8is the Chaldean number for Nishra.

Number 8 is linked with ambition, strength and determination.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Ni (नी)
Rashi: Vrishchik (Scorpio)
Nakshatra: Anuradha, pada 2
Name number: 8

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 Nishra

Nishra means "Night or darkness" — these names share that spirit.

Olivia — "Olivia comes from the Latin oliva, 'olive'. The olive branch is a symbol of peace. Shakespeare used it in Twelfth Night." (Latin)
Layla — "Layla comes from the Arabic layl, meaning 'night'. It is known from the classic love story of Layla and Majnun." (Arabic)