Name Meanings & Suggestions for "nachiketa"

The meaning of the name “Nachiketa” is: “Fire”. Categories: Hindu Names, Indian Names, Sanskrit Names. Used in: Hindi speaking countries. Gender: Boy Names.

The origin of the name of Nashik is linked with the epic of Ramayana. According to this epic, Laxman cut off the nose of Shurpanaka of Ravana's sister. So this place was called 'Nasik'. ... This means that 'Nav Shikha' has become Nashik from the city.