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Kashi — name meaning

కాశీ

Kashi is a boy or girl name. The holy city of Varanasi.

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Nakshatra and Pada for Kashi

Begins with Ka (కా), the starting syllable of Pada 3 of Mrigashira Nakshatra (మృగశిర).

Rashi: Mithuna (Gemini) · Deity: Soma · Ruling planet: Mars

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kashi mean?

Kashi (కాశీ) is used for a boy or girl. In brief: The holy city of Varanasi. 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 Kashi for?

Kashi begins with Ka, which is the starting syllable of Pada 3 of Mrigashira Nakshatra (మృగశిర) under the commonly used convention. Practices vary between families, so check with your elders or priest.

How is Kashi written in Telugu?

The usual Telugu spelling is కాశీ.

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Curated by AAGO and cross-checked against public name sources. Meanings are brief summaries and have not been independently verified, so please confirm your final choice with elders or a priest. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.