Pronunciation: Nirbhay is pronounced NIR-bhay
Written as: निर्भय (Devanagari)
Nirbhay is a boy name with roots in Sanskrit culture. From the Sanskrit 'nir' (without) + 'bhaya' (fear) - the fearless one.
In Hindu tradition, Nirbhay is associated with the Vrishchika rashi.
The numerology number for Nirbhay is 8, reflecting the personality traits and characteristics associated with this name.
Origin : sanskrit
Gender : boy
Nakshatra : Anuradha
Rashi : Vrishchika
Numerology : 8
Syllables : 3
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From Sanskrit 'nirbhaya', made of 'nis' (without) and 'bhaya' (fear). It means fearless or free from danger. The word is still in everyday Hindi use with the same meaning.
In numerology, the name Nirbhay reduces to the number 8, which is most often linked to ambition, authority, accomplishment. A person carrying this vibration is often confident and goal-driven - focused on building something tangible, whether a career, a business, or a legacy that outlasts them. The name Nirbhay also falls under the Vrishchika rashi (moon sign), traditionally described as intense and perceptive, with formidable focus and depth. Its associated nakshatra is Anuradha.
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