12th of 27 Nakshatras
Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra Baby Names
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Uttara Phalguni is the 12th Nakshatra. Traditionally it is presided over by Aryaman and ruled by the Sun in the Vimshottari dasha system, and it falls in Simha (Leo) and Kanya (Virgo). Babies born under Uttara Phalguni are traditionally given a name beginning with Te, To, Pa, Pi, depending on the Pada.
Find Uttara Phalguni names with AAGO →Uttara Phalguni 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 Phalguni name
- Confirm the Pada of Uttara Phalguni 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.
AAGO's suggestions are AI-generated and checked against the starting syllable. Meanings are not independently verified, so please confirm your final choice with elders or a priest. See our privacy & disclaimer.
Frequently asked questions
What are the starting letters for Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra baby names?
Under the commonly used convention, the four Padas of Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra map to the starting syllables Te (Pada 1), To (Pada 2), Pa (Pada 3), Pi (Pada 4).
Which rashi does Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra fall in?
Uttara Phalguni spans two rashis: Pada 1 is in Simha, Pada 2 is in Kanya, Pada 3 is in Kanya, Pada 4 is in Kanya.
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 Phalguni?
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.