Baby name · Hindu · Gujarati
Nilay
निलय“Abode, home, or shelter”
Nilay is a Sanskrit-origin name derived from the word 'Nilaya', signifying a place of rest or dwelling. In Hindu philosophy, it carries a sense of spiritual peace, representing the inner abode where the soul resides.
BoySanskrit☾ Vrishchik · Scorpio✶ AnuradhaPythagorean no. 7 · The Seeker2 syllables
Nilay in Indian languages
Hindi / Marathiनिलय
Bengaliনিলয
Punjabiਨਿਲਯ
Gujaratiનિલય
Odiaନିଲଯ
Teluguనిలయ
Kannadaನಿಲಯ
Malayalamനിലയ
Tamilநிலய
Pythagorean numerology 7 · The Seeker — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as thoughtful, spiritual, analytical and wise.
Vrishchik rashi · Scorpio — element Water, ruled by Mars. Common naming sounds include Na, Ni, Nu, Ne, No, Ya and Yi.
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