21st of 27 Nakshatras
Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra Baby Names
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Uttara Ashadha is the 21st Nakshatra. Traditionally it is presided over by the Vishvadevas and ruled by the Sun in the Vimshottari dasha system, and it falls in Dhanu (Sagittarius) and Makara (Capricorn). Babies born under Uttara Ashadha are traditionally given a name beginning with Bhe, Bho, Ja, Ji, depending on the Pada.
Find Uttara Ashadha names with AAGO →Uttara Ashadha 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 Uttara Ashadha name
- Confirm the Pada of Uttara Ashadha 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 Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra baby names?
Under the commonly used convention, the four Padas of Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra map to the starting syllables Bhe (Pada 1), Bho (Pada 2), Ja (Pada 3), Ji (Pada 4).
Which rashi does Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra fall in?
Uttara Ashadha spans two rashis: Pada 1 is in Dhanu, Pada 2 is in Makara, Pada 3 is in Makara, Pada 4 is in Makara.
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 Uttara Ashadha?
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.