Nakshatra #14 · Mars
Chitra Baby Names
Auspicious aksharas: Pe, Po, Ra, Ri
Pada 1
Traditional Names
Pada 2
Traditional Names
Pada 3
Traditional Names
Modern Names
Pada 4
Traditional Names
Modern Names
About Chitra Nakshatra
Chitra is the 14th of the 27 nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It is ruled by Mars (కుజుడు) and falls under Kanya / Tula (కన్య / తుల రాశి). Babies born under Chitra nakshatra are traditionally named with syllables starting with Pe, Po, Ra, Ri (పే, పో, ర, రి), corresponding to the four padas of this nakshatra.
The naming tradition (Namakaranam) is based on the Moon's precise position at the time of birth. Each pada spans 3°20' of the zodiac and prescribes a unique starting syllable. This ensures the baby's name resonates with their birth star's energy and the planetary influence of Mars.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the auspicious starting letters for Chitra nakshatra baby names?
The four auspicious aksharas (starting syllables) for Chitra nakshatra are: Pe (పే) for Pada 1; Po (పో) for Pada 2; Ra (ర) for Pada 3; Ri (రి) for Pada 4. These syllables are traditionally used as the first letter of the baby's name in the Namakaranam ceremony.
Which rashi does Chitra nakshatra belong to?
Chitra nakshatra belongs to Kanya / Tula (కన్య / తుల రాశి). The ruling lord is Mars (కుజుడు).
How to choose a baby name for Chitra nakshatra?
First, determine the exact pada (1-4) based on the Moon's degree at birth. Each pada has a specific akshara: Pada 1 = Pe, Pada 2 = Po, Pada 3 = Ra, Pada 4 = Ri. Choose a name that starts with the akshara for the baby's pada. You can pick from traditional names or modern Telugu names that begin with that syllable.