Unisex name
Nilam name meaning
“blue sapphire gemstone”
Nilam is a name used for girls and boys, meaning “blue sapphire gemstone.” It comes from Malay nilam through Tamil nīlam, referring to blue or sapphire, with the Sanskrit root nīla. The gemstone meaning is the customary interpretation of this word when it is used as a name.
What does Nilam mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Nilam
From Malay nilam, through Tamil nīlam, referring to blue or sapphire, with a Sanskrit root nīla. The gemstone sense is a customary interpretation in names.
Name combinations with Nilam
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Nilam, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Nilam: blue sapphire gemstone
- Anggraini: name of a female wayang character
- Pramesti: one occupying the highest position
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Meaning of each word
- Nilam: blue sapphire gemstone
- Widiasari: essence of knowledge
- Laras: accord; musical harmony
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Nilam Riris
Meaning of each word
- Nilam: blue sapphire gemstone
- Riris: fine, light rain
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Meaning of each word
- Welas: pity and compassion
- Nilam: blue sapphire gemstone
- Legi: sweet; a Javanese market-cycle day
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Nilam Isyana
Meaning of each word
- Nilam: blue sapphire gemstone
- Isyana: ruler; an epithet of Shiva
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Meaning of each word
- Nilam: blue sapphire gemstone
- Listya: beautiful, pleasing to behold
- Diani: lamp, light
How to pronounce Nilam
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /nilam/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦤꦶꦭꦩ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮔᮤᮜᮙ᮪ |
Is Nilam a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Nilam is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 24% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Nilam ranks #185 among unisex names in our data sample (17 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Nilam
Names with related meanings
- Ratna♀Gem, precious stone
- Rita♀A precious pearl
- Retno♀A precious gemstone
- Intan♀A precious diamond
- Mutiara♀A pearl formed inside a shell
- Permata♀Precious stone, gem
- Komalasari♀Precious essence of a jewel
- Manik♂♀Jewel or ornamental bead
- Mustika♀Precious gemstone
- Tiara♀Small ornamental crown
- Kumala♀Gemstone, precious jewel
- Ratnawati♀One who possesses jewels
Famous people named Nilam
- Nilam Sari Lawira · b. 1968
- Nilam Oktaviani · b. 1999
- Nilam Puspita Permatasari · b. 1986
- Nilam Suri · b. 1970
FAQ about the name Nilam
What is the meaning of Nilam?
Nilam means blue sapphire gemstone. From Malay nilam, through Tamil nīlam, referring to blue or sapphire, with a Sanskrit root nīla. The gemstone sense is a customary interpretation in names.
Is Nilam a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Nilam is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 24% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Nilam?
Nilam is of Malay and Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Nilam have?
Nilam has 2 syllables (Ni-lam) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Nilam?
Nilam ranks #185 among unisex names in our data sample (17 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Nilam?
Some ideas: Nilam Anggraini Pramesti; Nilam Widiasari Laras; Nilam Riris.
Famous people named Nilam?
Notable people named Nilam include Nilam Sari Lawira, Nilam Oktaviani, Nilam Puspita Permatasari.
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