Nakul
Nakul first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2004, when 15 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Nakul popular?
Declining Nakul is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2004 peak.
| 2020s | 20 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 45 | |
| 2000s | 93 | |
| 1990s | 42 | |
| 1980s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Nakul mean?
From Sanskrit nakula (नकुल), literally 'mongoose'. Best known as the fourth Pandava brother, twin of Sahadeva, in the Mahabharata, renowned for his beauty and skill with horses.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nakul mean?
Nakul means Mongoose; a Pandava. From Sanskrit nakula (नकुल), literally 'mongoose'. Best known as the fourth Pandava brother, twin of Sahadeva, in the Mahabharata, renowned for his beauty and skill with horses.
What is the origin of the name Nakul?
Nakul is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Nakul?
Nakul is pronounced “NUH-kul.”
Is Nakul a boy or a girl name?
Nakul is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Nakul a popular name right now?
Nakul is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2004 peak.
How popular is the name Nakul?
In 2025, Nakul ranked #13305 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Nakul most popular?
Nakul was most popular in 2004, when about 15 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Nakul?
Names similar to Nakul include Lakshya, Nirav, Rakesh, Ranbir, Aniket.
What names go well with Nakul?
sanskrit names that pair well with Nakul include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.