boy name
Nachiket — name meaning
నచికేత్
Nachiket is a boy name. Seeker of knowledge, from the Upanishads.
Nachiketనచికేత్boy
Nakshatra and Pada for Nachiket
Begins with Na (నా), the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Anuradha Nakshatra (అనూరాధ).
Rashi: Vrischika (Scorpio) · Deity: Mitra · Ruling planet: Saturn
Begins with Na (ణా), the starting syllable of Pada 3 of Hasta Nakshatra (హస్త).
Rashi: Kanya (Virgo) · Deity: Savitar · Ruling planet: the Moon
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nachiket mean?
Nachiket (నచికేత్) is used for a boy. In brief: Seeker of knowledge, from the Upanishads. 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 Nachiket for?
Nachiket begins with Na, which is the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Anuradha Nakshatra (అనూరాధ) under the commonly used convention. It is also listed under Hasta (Na). Practices vary between families, so check with your elders or priest.
How is Nachiket written in Telugu?
The usual Telugu spelling is నచికేత్.
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.