Nakshatra #21 · Sun
Uttara Ashadha Baby Names
Auspicious aksharas: Be, Bo, Ja, Ji
Pada 1
Traditional Names
Pada 2
Traditional Names
Pada 3
Traditional Names
Pada 4
Traditional Names
About Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra
Uttara Ashadha is the 21th of the 27 nakshatras in Vedic astrology. It is ruled by Sun (సూర్యుడు) and falls under Dhanu / Makara (ధనుస్సు / మకర రాశి). Babies born under Uttara Ashadha nakshatra are traditionally named with syllables starting with Be, Bo, Ja, Ji (బే, బో, జ, జి), 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 Sun.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the auspicious starting letters for Uttara Ashadha nakshatra baby names?
The four auspicious aksharas (starting syllables) for Uttara Ashadha nakshatra are: Be (బే) for Pada 1; Bo (బో) for Pada 2; Ja (జ) for Pada 3; Ji (జి) for Pada 4. These syllables are traditionally used as the first letter of the baby's name in the Namakaranam ceremony.
Which rashi does Uttara Ashadha nakshatra belong to?
Uttara Ashadha nakshatra belongs to Dhanu / Makara (ధనుస్సు / మకర రాశి). The ruling lord is Sun (సూర్యుడు).
How to choose a baby name for Uttara Ashadha nakshatra?
First, determine the exact pada (1-4) based on the Moon's degree at birth. Each pada has a specific akshara: Pada 1 = Be, Pada 2 = Bo, Pada 3 = Ja, Pada 4 = Ji. 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.