It means a man who is "complete" or "universal" and "resilient". It refers 'Complete' as without boundary. Whereas 'Complete' with boundary is described by Akhil. The name may also refer to perfection. Sanskrit fragmentation of the word yields: Ni (without) + Kh (sky or boundary) + L (agreed or liked).
The literal translation for Nikhil in Sanskrit means "One who is free from bondage or the obstacles imposed by Prakṛti (the Operative aspect of Brahma).
