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Neelam

The name Neelam is extremely popular in the Indian subcontinent, mainly in Nepal and India. It is gender-specific, and it is mostly used as a girl’s name. Occasionally, it is also used as a name for boys. The origin of the name Neelam lies in the Sanskrit language, and it has another version that is spelled Neelum. The meaning of Neelam is ‘sapphire’. With time, the name has found its way into several Indian languages, including Hindi, Assamese, Gujarati, Marathi, and Bengali. According to popular belief, people with this name tend to be adventurous and extroverted. Around the world, there are many famous personalities of this name. The most notable ones are renowned Indian author and poet Neelam Saxena Chandra, the Pakistani human rights activist Neelam Ibrar Chattan, the eminent British model Neelam Grill, the 2002 Miss Universe Neelam Verma, the former president of India Neelam Sanjiva Reddy, and the distinguished Nepalese writer Neelam Karki Niharika. 

Gender

Girl

Meaning

blue sapphire

Origin

Hindi

Numerology

N is for noble, your regal bearing.

E is for enchant, for enchant you will.

E is for electric, a sparkling trait!

L is for loyalty, that you show.

A is for activities, for you have many.

M is for musical, your hidden talent!

Lucky

Neelam lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Famous People Named Neelam

  • Neelam Sanjiva Reddy 6th President of India (male)
  • Neelam Kothari Indian actress and designer
  • Neelam Muneer Pakistani actress
  • Neelam Saxena Chandra Indian poet
  • Neelam Kaur Gill British model
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