Girl
Nil
Nil is a short girls’ name associated with the colour blue and the Nile River, bringing water and nature to mind.
Meaning
Name sources describe Nil as meaning blue and also connect it with the Nile River. These associations give the name a clear link to water and the natural world.
Origin
Nil is used as a girls’ name in Turkish. Although the supplied source labels it Turkish in origin, its colour meaning and river association do not establish a definitive etymology.
In recent years
A recent favourite, Nil ranks 69th in the latest official top hundred, with a best-ever position of 67th. Its five appearances cover all five of the latest lists, though its ranking has eased slightly over the last few.
How does it look on a plaque?
On a Meşgalem wooden name plaque, Nil pairs neatly with a small wave motif for a simple birth keepsake.
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