Name Meaning and Origin of Nachiket

The baby name Nachiket is Sanskrit in origin and it's meaning is fire or unperceived.

The sage Nachiket was a son of Vajashrava. The conversation between Yama the god of Death, and Nachiket forms part of the Kathopanishad.

Nachiket is pronounced naa-chi-kay-th.

Nachiket is a name suitable for boys.