What origin is the name Nishu?

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

What are good brother names for Nishu?

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

What is the rashi of the name Nishu?

Nishu 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.

Both spellings are used. Nishu means "Sweet or pure"; Nisu is listed with the meaning "A derivative of the name Nishi, meaning moon or night". Families often choose the spelling that matches how the name is written in their language, or the one that is easiest to pronounce where they live.

Nishu

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Nishu

Nishu

Unisex

Indian

2 syllables

Nishu is an Indian unisex name meaning "Sweet or pure".

Nishu is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Sweet or pure". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

What does Nishu mean?

Sweet or pure

How popular is Nishu?

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Quick answers about Nishu

What does Nishu mean?

Nishu is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Sweet or pure".

How popular is Nishu?

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Brother names that go with Nishu

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Nishu

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Name numerology

2is the Chaldean number for Nishu.

Number 2 is linked with harmony, kindness and cooperation.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

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

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.