Nirvan
निर्वाण
/ nir-VAHN /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇲🇺 Mauritius
- Religion
- Universal
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Spiritual
Meaning & Etymology
state of supreme bliss or liberation
state of supreme bliss or liberation
Etymology
Derived from the Sanskrit word nirvāṇa, which means ‘extinction’ or ‘blowing out’ in the context of liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Indo-Iranian > Indo-Aryan
Cultural context
In Mauritius, the name Nirvan reflects the island’s rich Hindu heritage and is often chosen to signify spiritual aspirations and the pursuit of enlightenment.
Symbolism
The name symbolises the ultimate spiritual goal in Hinduism, representing liberation from worldly desires and the attainment of inner peace.