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Vedic Baby Names by Nakshatra (All 27 Birth Stars)

This is the general meaning. See what your own birth chart says — free.

Choosing a baby's name by Janma Nakshatra (birth star) is one of the oldest and most loved Vedic traditions. The Moon's nakshatra and pada at birth fix the auspicious starting sound of the name; numerology then tunes the full name to the child's birth and destiny numbers.

Pick your baby's nakshatra below to see its lucky starting sounds and a curated list of real names with meanings:

Not sure of the nakshatra? The free Vedic Baby Name Finder computes it from the birth details and ranks names for the chart.

Common questions

How are baby names chosen by nakshatra?
The Moon's nakshatra and pada at birth fix an auspicious starting sound for the name. You shortlist names beginning with that sound, then refine by meaning and numerology.
What if I don't know my baby's nakshatra?
An accurate birth date, time and place gives the Moon's nakshatra and pada. AstroMedha computes it for free.

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