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Baby Names by Nakshatra

Choose your baby's birth star to see the auspicious starting sounds for their name, along with name ideas and meanings for boys and girls. Free, instant, in English or Hindi.

The tradition of naming by Nakshatra

At birth, the Moon sits in one of the 27 Nakshatras, divided into four quarters called padas. Each pada carries a sound, and the namakaran (naming) ceremony traditionally chooses a name beginning with the sound of the birth Nakshatra and pada. It is a warm, meaningful custom that links a child's name to the sky at the moment they arrived.

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Find your baby's Nakshatra, read their Free Kundli, or check the numerology of a name.

Frequently asked questions

How are baby names chosen by Nakshatra?

In Vedic tradition, the Moon's Nakshatra and pada at birth point to an auspicious starting sound (akshar) for the baby's name. Each of the 27 Nakshatras has four sounds, one per pada. Choosing a name that begins with one of these sounds is believed to bring harmony with the child's chart.

How do I find my baby's Nakshatra?

Your baby's Nakshatra is the constellation the Moon occupied at birth. You can find it from the date, time and place of birth using our free Kundli or Nakshatra calculator, then pick the Nakshatra here to see the suggested sounds and names.

Do I have to use the suggested letter?

It is a tradition, not a rule. Many families choose the Nakshatra sound; others simply pick a name with a beautiful meaning. Romanised sounds also vary by region, so treat this as gentle guidance.

Is the baby name tool free?

Yes, completely free with no sign-up. Select the Nakshatra and gender to see the auspicious sounds and name ideas.