Nimrit is a unique and distinctive given name of Indian origin, particularly prevalent among Sikhs. Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Nirmal', which means 'pure' or 'clean', it reflects the profound significance attached to purity in Sikhism. This name is often associated with qualities such as simplicity, modesty, and cleanliness, although these are not universally applicable and vary based on individual personalities. Nimrit has a melodic ring to it, consisting of three syllables that flow smoothly: Ni (as in 'knee'), mir (rhymes with 'her'), and rit (rhymes with 'hit'). Spelling variations include Nirmrit, Nirmit, and even NMRT when abbreviated or written phonetically. It is a unisex name but is more commonly used for males among Sikhs. Nimrit can also be found in other parts of South Asia and beyond, particularly among communities with Sikh diaspora.
The name Nimrit experienced fluctuations in popularity over the past two decades, with peaks in 2012 and 2014, and a decline in recent years, particularly after 2020.