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

Swati

RuReRoTa

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 Ru, Re, Ro, Ta. Open a name to see its meaning and origin.

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Rohan Boy · Sanskrit Ascending, growing Rohini Girl · Sanskrit Red, a star, ascending, chariot Tanuja Girl · Sanskrit Daughter, born of the body Tanvi Girl · Sanskrit Slender, beautiful, delicate Rohini Girl · Sanskrit Red, a star, ascending Rekha Girl · Sanskrit Line, streak, slender woman Rohan Boy · Sanskrit Ascending, growing, Lord Vishnu Rosanjahan Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rosanjahan' 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. Roshanara Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Roshanara' 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. Rupanjali Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rupanjali' 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. Tameezuddin Boy · Sanskrit Refinement/distinction of the faith; Arabic compound 'tamīz' (تميز, refinement/distinction) + 'al-dīn' (of the religion/faith). A classical Islamic name-form expressing devotion through the quality of refinement. Tanvi Girl · Sanskrit Slender, beautiful, delicate Taramati Girl · Sanskrit One who is a wisdom; Sanskrit suffix '-mati' (मति) meaning wisdom/intelligence. The root 'tara' forms a compound name meaning 'tara-wisdom'. Tarawati Girl · Sanskrit One who is a possessing; Sanskrit suffix '-vatī' (वती) meaning possessing/endowed with. The root 'tara' forms a compound name meaning 'tara-possessing'. Tarun Girl · Sanskrit Young, tender, early morning Tarun Boy · Sanskrit Young, tender, early Rekha Girl · Sanskrit Line, streak, slender Rebecca Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rebecca' 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. Redhema Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Redhema' 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. Reetima Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Reetima' 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. Rehana Girl · Sanskrit Sweet basil; from Arabic 'rayḥāna' meaning fragrant sweet basil — a herb of paradise Rehmati Girl · Sanskrit One who is a wisdom; Sanskrit suffix '-mati' (मति) meaning wisdom/intelligence. The root 'reh' forms a compound name meaning 'reh-wisdom'. Renuka Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Renuka' 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. Reshama Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Reshama' 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. Reshami Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Reshami' 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. Revakshi Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Revakshi' 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. Rohila Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rohila' 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. Rohitash Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rohitash' 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. Rojmeri Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rojmeri' 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. Rookmani Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rookmani' 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. Roopali Girl · Punjabi From the Punjabi naming tradition; 'Roopali' reflects the rich spiritual heritage of Punjab, combining elements of Sikh devotion, Braj poetry, and the valor ethos of the region. The name carries enduring cultural significance across the Punjabi-speaking community. Roopnarayan Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Roopnarayan' 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. Roshani Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Roshani' 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. Roshanlal Boy · Sanskrit One who is a beloved; Sanskrit suffix '-lāl' (लाल) meaning beloved/dear. The root 'roshan' forms a compound name meaning 'roshan-beloved'. Roshini Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Roshini' 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. Rosina Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rosina' 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. Rozina Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rozina' 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. Rubbina Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rubbina' 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. Rubeena Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rubeena' 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. Rubina Girl · Sanskrit Ruby; from Latin/Urdu 'rubīna' meaning ruby-red — as precious and red as the ruby gemstone Ruchendra Boy · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Ruchendra' 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. Ruchika Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Ruchika' 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. Ruckmani Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Ruckmani' 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. Rucksana Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rucksana' 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. Ruhhena Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Ruhhena' 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. Rukhsana Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rukhsana' 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. Rukhsona Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rukhsona' 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. Rukmani Girl · Sanskrit From the Sanskrit naming tradition; 'Rukmani' 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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