Description:
The surname NICHHABHAI is of Indian origin. It is derived from the Sanskrit word “nichhav” meaning “lord” or “ruler”. It is a common name among the Hindu Rajputs and Jains of Gujarat, Rajasthan and other parts of India. The earliest known record of the surname is found in a copper plate inscription dating back to the 12th century CE. The inscription mentions a ruler named “Nichhabha”. The name is also found in several other historical records, including inscriptions, coins, and temple inscriptions. The surname is associated with a number of clans, including the Rathore, Chauhan, Bhati, and Solanki clans. Variations of the surname include Nichhav, Nichhavani, Nichav, Nichabhai, and Nichhavaniya.
