# What Does the Name Nisha Mean?

Nisha is a girl name of Sanskrit origin. It means “night, dream”.

**Origin:** Sanskrit

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** NEE-shuh

The name Nisha comes from Sanskrit roots, where it carries the meaning “night, dream”. It is pronounced NEE-shuh.

Is Nisha a boy or girl name? Nisha is traditionally used as a girl name.

## More Sanskrit names

- [**Kiran**ray of light](/baby-name-kiran-meaning/)
- [**Simran**remembrance](/baby-name-simran-meaning/)
- [**Harpreet**one who loves God](/baby-name-harpreet-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Nisha?

Nisha means “night, dream”. It is a name of Sanskrit origin.

### What origin is the name Nisha?

Nisha is of Sanskrit origin.

### Is Nisha a boy or girl name?

Nisha is traditionally a girl name.