Namkaran · नामकरण

Find baby names from the birth-star sound

Choose the Nakshatra and Pada your priest or astrologer gave you. We will show the traditional starting sound and matching Indian names you can open, compare and shortlist.

Do not know the Nakshatra or Pada? Ask the priest who prepared the baby's Kundali using the exact birth date, time and place. This page helps with name selection; it does not calculate a birth chart.

Your traditional starting sounds

Hasta

PuShaNaTha

If you know only the Nakshatra, these four sounds are your broad range. Ask your priest for the Pada to narrow it to one sound.

Matching Indian baby names

Names beginning with Pu, Sha, Na, Tha. Open a name to see its meaning and origin.

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Namita Girl · Sanskrit Modest, humble, one who bows Nandini Girl · Sanskrit Daughter, one who brings joy Nazibuneesha Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nazibuneesha' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Shakuntla/Baby Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Shakuntla/Baby' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Shalini Girl · Sanskrit Modest, good-mannered, decorous Naman Boy · Sanskrit Salutation, bow in respect Naveen Boy · Sanskrit New, novel, modern Najarana Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Najarana' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Najimuddin Boy · Sanskrit Star of the faith; Arabic compound 'najm' (نجم, star) + 'al-dīn' (of the religion/faith). A classical Islamic name-form expressing devotion through the quality of star. Narbahadur Boy · Sanskrit Excellent bahadur; Sanskrit prefix 'nara-' (नर) meaning man/human, combined with 'bahadur'. A name expressing man qualities in all endeavours. Narendera Boy · Sanskrit Excellent endera; Sanskrit prefix 'nara-' (नर) meaning man/human, combined with 'endera'. A name expressing man qualities in all endeavours. Naresh Boy · Sanskrit King, lord of men Nashimuddin Boy · Sanskrit Gentle breeze of the faith; Arabic compound 'nasīm' (نسيم, gentle breeze) + 'al-dīn' (of the religion/faith). A classical Islamic name-form expressing devotion through the quality of gentle breeze. Naveen Boy · Sanskrit New, novel, modern, fresh Nayana Girl · Sanskrit Eye, sight, leading, guiding Puja Girl · Sanskrit Prayer, worship, offering to God Punarjyoti Girl · Punjabi Punjabi name from the Sikh tradition; a compound expressing devotion, strength and divine grace — a name of honour in the Punjabi community Pushpanjali Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Pushpanjali' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Pushpawati Girl · Sanskrit One who is a possessing; Sanskrit suffix '-vatī' (वती) meaning possessing/endowed with. The root 'pushpa' forms a compound name meaning 'pushpa-possessing'. Shahabuddin Boy · Sanskrit From the Perso-Arabic naming tradition; 'Shahabuddin' carries spiritual significance reflecting values of faith, wisdom, and virtue central to Islamic culture. The name embodies the rich heritage of Arabic nomenclature used across South Asia, the Middle East, and the broader Muslim world. Shakuntala Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Shakuntala' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Shalini Girl · Sanskrit Modest, good-mannered Shanichari Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Shanichari' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Shankar Boy · Sanskrit Lord Shiva, giver of happiness Shankar Girl · Sanskrit Lord Shiva, giver of happiness Shashibala Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Shashibala' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Shaturughyan Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Shaturughyan' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Navin Boy · Sanskrit New, novel, fresh Puja Girl · Hindi Prayer, worship Nalini Girl · Sanskrit Lotus, beautiful, lovely Nabijan Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nabijan' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nabila Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nabila' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nachita Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nachita' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nafeesa Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nafeesa' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nafisa Girl · Sanskrit Precious gem; from Arabic 'nafīsa' meaning precious, valuable and refined Nagaji Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nagaji' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nagender Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nagender' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nagendra Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nagendra' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nagina Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nagina' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nahani Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nahani' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nahida Girl · Sanskrit Mature; from Arabic 'nāhida' meaning a young woman who has matured and grown Naimuddin Boy · Sanskrit Comfort/bliss of the faith; Arabic compound 'naʿīm' (نعيم, comfort/bliss) + 'al-dīn' (of the religion/faith). A classical Islamic name-form expressing devotion through the quality of comfort. Najara Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Najara' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Najira Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Najira' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Najrana Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Najrana' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Najubai Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Najubai' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Namarta Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Namarta' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion. Nameeta Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Nameeta' derives from ancient Vedic linguistic roots, embodying qualities valued in Hindu culture. The name carries spiritual depth and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years of Sanskrit literary tradition, reflecting timeless values of virtue, wisdom, and devotion.

How Namkaran name selection works

1. Establish the birth detailsThe exact time and place are used to prepare the Kundali and identify the Moon's Nakshatra at birth.
2. Identify Nakshatra and PadaEach of the 27 Nakshatras has four Padas. Each Pada corresponds to a traditional opening sound.
3. Choose a meaningful nameShortlist names that begin with that sound, then consider meaning, family tradition, pronunciation and legal spelling.
Important: practices and transliterations vary across regions, languages, lineages and families. Treat this as a cultural shortlist, not a replacement for your family's priest. Where a sound yields very few names, some traditions use a close sound or another Pada within the same Nakshatra after consultation.

All 27 Nakshatras and 108 naming sounds

Select any row to see matching names. The four sounds are shown in Pada order.

About the tradition and sources

Namakarana is traditionally described as a naming samskara. A Vedic organisation describes the name as aligned with the birth Nakshatra and the name spoken into the child's ear; timing and ceremony details differ by community. The starting-sound chart follows the widely used 27-Nakshatra, four-Pada system.

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