23rd of 27 Nakshatras
Dhanishta Nakshatra Baby Names
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Dhanishta is the 23rd Nakshatra. Traditionally it is presided over by the Vasus and ruled by Mars in the Vimshottari dasha system, and it falls in Makara (Capricorn) and Kumbha (Aquarius). Babies born under Dhanishta are traditionally given a name beginning with Ga, Gi, Gu, Ge, depending on the Pada.
Find Dhanishta names with AAGO →Dhanishta Pada letters at a glance
Each Nakshatra has four Padas (quarters). Choose the Pada from the birth chart, then use its starting syllable.
How to pick a Dhanishta name
- Confirm the Pada of Dhanishta from the birth chart or with your priest.
- Note the starting syllable for that Pada from the cards above.
- Tell AAGO the baby's gender, your language, region and tradition, and any meaning you love.
- Shortlist favourites, listen to the pronunciation, and compare them with your surname.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the starting letters for Dhanishta Nakshatra baby names?
Under the commonly used convention, the four Padas of Dhanishta Nakshatra map to the starting syllables Ga (Pada 1), Gi (Pada 2), Gu (Pada 3), Ge (Pada 4).
Which rashi does Dhanishta Nakshatra fall in?
Dhanishta spans two rashis: Pada 1 is in Makara, Pada 2 is in Makara, Pada 3 is in Kumbha, Pada 4 is in Kumbha.
Is it compulsory to choose a name that starts with the Nakshatra syllable?
Practices vary between families and communities. Many families follow the syllable for the formal name, while others use it only for a ceremonial name and choose a different everyday name. Your family elders or priest can advise on your tradition. AAGO also lets you search without any syllable restriction by choosing your own starting letter.
Do all almanacs give the same syllables for Dhanishta?
Not always. This page follows one widely used convention, and some panchangams differ for certain Nakshatras. If your family uses a different table, enter your own starting letter in AAGO instead.