Nishigandha Name Meaning

The name Nishigandha originates from the Indian subcontinent and is primarily used within Indo-Aryan communities. It is a feminine name and in Sanskrit, it is the name of a fragrant, night blooming flower, often referred to as a 'Queen of the Night' plant. Essentially, Nishigandha could be loosely translated to 'fragrance of the night'.

The name Nishigandha isn't particularly common, even in India, making it unique. One noted personality with this name is Nishigandha Wad, an established actress and author in India who has worked extensively in Marathi and Hindi cinema.