boy name
Ashwin — name meaning
అశ్విన్
Ashwin is a boy name. A horse-rider; linked to the twin Ashwini gods.
Ashwinఅశ్విన్boy
Nakshatra and Pada for Ashwin
Begins with A (అ), the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Krittika Nakshatra (కృత్తిక).
Rashi: Mesha (Aries) · Deity: Agni · Ruling planet: the Sun
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ashwin mean?
Ashwin (అశ్విన్) is used for a boy. In brief: A horse-rider; linked to the twin Ashwini gods. This is a short summary in AAGO's own words and has not been independently verified, so please confirm it with your family or priest.
Which Nakshatra is the name Ashwin for?
Ashwin begins with A, which is the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Krittika Nakshatra (కృత్తిక) under the commonly used convention. Practices vary between families, so check with your elders or priest.
How is Ashwin written in Telugu?
The usual Telugu spelling is అశ్విన్.
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