Girl name
Nirmala name meaning
“pure, clean and unblemished”
Nirmala is a feminine name from Sanskrit nirmala, meaning pure, clean, and unblemished. The word combines nir-, meaning without, and mala, meaning dirt or impurity. This combination explains the meaning of the name, and the Sanskrit word has also been borrowed into Indonesian.
What does Nirmala mean?
The ending -la occurs in names with varied origins, including Laila, Nabila, and Bella. It has no single meaning of its own; the meaning belongs to each complete name. More girl names ending in -la →
Origin and cultural usage of Nirmala
Nirmala comes from Sanskrit nirmala, combining nir-, without, and mala, dirt or impurity. The word was also borrowed into Indonesian.
Name combinations with Nirmala
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Nirmala, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Nirmala: pure, clean and unblemished
- Sriyanti: splendor, prosperity
- Mayasari: essence of illusion
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Meaning of each word
- Nirmala: pure, clean and unblemished
- Galuh: precious stone; designation for a princess
- Febriana: associated with February
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Nirmala Hayu
Meaning of each word
- Nirmala: pure, clean and unblemished
- Hayu: goodness and well-being
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Indriyanti Nirmala Laras
Meaning of each word
- Indriyanti: sensory faculties
- Nirmala: pure, clean and unblemished
- Laras: accord; musical harmony
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Nirmala Devi
Meaning of each word
- Nirmala: pure, clean and unblemished
- Devi: goddess, female divine figure
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Meaning of each word
- Nirmala: pure, clean and unblemished
- Deviana: goddess; the Devi element
- Kana: girl; bracelet
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How to pronounce Nirmala
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /nirmala/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦤꦶꦂꦩꦭ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮔᮤᮁᮙᮜ |
Is Nirmala a girl’s name?
Yes, Nirmala is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Nirmala ranks #672 among girl names in our data sample (15 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Nirmala
Names with related meanings
- Suci♀Pure, free from stain
- Fitriani♀Associated with innate nature and purity
- Murni♀Pure, unmixed
- Agnes♀Pure, chaste
- Fitriana♀Innate nature, original purity
- Karina♀Pure
- Afifah♀Chaste, preserving personal honor
- Ning♂♀Clear
- Fitriyani♀Associated with innate nature or purity
- Fitrah♂♀Innate disposition, original nature
- Isma♀Protection, safeguarding
- Murniati♀Pure, free from admixture
Famous people named Nirmala
- Ida Ayu Nirmala Ratih Wijaya · b. 1997
- Nirmala Dewi · b. 1968
- Nirmala Dewita · b. 1962
- Nirmala Sari
FAQ about the name Nirmala
What is the meaning of Nirmala?
Nirmala means pure, clean and unblemished. Nirmala comes from Sanskrit nirmala, combining nir-, without, and mala, dirt or impurity. The word was also borrowed into Indonesian.
Is Nirmala a girl’s name?
Yes, Nirmala is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Nirmala?
Nirmala is of Sanskrit origin.
How many syllables does Nirmala have?
Nirmala has 3 syllables (Nir-ma-la) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Nirmala?
Nirmala ranks #672 among girl names in our data sample (15 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Nirmala?
Some ideas: Nirmala Sriyanti Mayasari; Nirmala Galuh Febriana; Nirmala Hayu.
Famous people named Nirmala?
Notable people named Nirmala include Ida Ayu Nirmala Ratih Wijaya, Nirmala Dewi, Nirmala Dewita.
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