Nakshatra #13 of 27 · Ruled by Moon

Hasta Nakshatra Baby Names

Hasta Nakshatra, ruled by the Moon and presided by Savitar (the sun of inspiration and skill), is the nakshatra of dexterity, craftmanship, and manifestation. Like the skilled hand, Hasta children bring things into form. Names beginning with Pu, Sha, Na, or Tha are most auspicious.

Ruling Planet

Moon

Presiding Deity

Savitar

Element

Fire

Gana

Deva

Sacred Starting Syllables (Aksharas)

Pu
Sha
Na
Tha

"Hand, skilled creator"

How Hasta Nakshatra names are chosen

Hasta is the 13th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. Its traditional associations include Moon as ruling planet, Savitar as presiding deity, and the quality “Hand, skilled creator.” These details provide cultural context for families exploring a name connected with this birth star.

The four syllables shown above correspond to the four padas, or quarters, traditionally associated with Hasta. A child’s Moon position at birth determines the specific pada used in many naming traditions. The chart calculation depends on accurate birth details, especially time and location; families may want to check those details with a trusted Jyotish practitioner before choosing a single starting sound.

The spellings on this page use familiar Roman letters to make browsing easier. Sanskrit sounds can be transliterated in different ways, and the same name may be written or pronounced differently across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Malayalam, Kannada, and other language communities. Treat the listed syllables as a useful starting point rather than a substitute for hearing a name spoken in your family’s language.

The boy and girl lists below contain 20 real Naamrit catalog entries with meanings. A “Starts” label identifies an entry whose Roman spelling begins with one of the listed syllables; “Rashi-affinity idea” identifies a catalog name associated with a related moon sign instead. That distinction helps you explore more options without confusing a broader zodiac association with an exact pada match.

As you compare names, consider meaning, spelling, pronunciation, and how the name sits alongside family naming customs. You can use this birth-star guide to narrow the search, then review a name’s fuller meaning and language variants before making a shortlist. Interpretations of Nakshatra symbolism vary between families and teachers, so the planet, deity, element, and nature shown here are traditional reference points—not fixed claims about a child’s character or future.

Hasta Nakshatra baby names from the Naamrit catalog

Hasta Nakshatra Boy Names

Pulkit

Starts Pu

Happy, thrilled

Shaurya

Starts Sha

Bravery, heroism

Nakul

Starts Na

Mongoose, son of Madri — Pandava

Puneet

Starts Pu

Pure, holy

Shailesh

Starts Sha

Lord of mountains, Shiva

Naksh

Starts Na

Moon, constellation

Pushkar

Starts Pu

Lotus, lake

Shantanu

Starts Sha

Peaceful, benevolent king

Nalin

Starts Na

Lotus, water

Purushottam

Starts Pu

Best of men, supreme being — Vishnu

Hasta Nakshatra Girl Names

Pujita

Starts Pu

Worshipped, respected, sacred

Sharada

Starts Sha

Autumn season, Saraswati

Nalini

Starts Na

Lotus, water plant, beautiful

Pushpalata

Starts Pu

Flower creeper, flowering vine

Shaila

Starts Sha

Mountain, daughter of mountain

Nandini

Starts Na

Daughter, one who brings joy

Pushpanjali

Starts Pu

Flower offering, garland of flowers

Shampa

Starts Sha

Lightning, a flash of brilliance

Naira

Starts Na

Shining, glittering, bright

Sharda

Starts Sha

Saraswati, goddess of learning

All 20 names and meanings come from Naamrit’s catalog and begin with one of the traditional syllables listed above. Exact guidance still depends on the child’s pada and pronunciation tradition.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Naamrit guide families in choosing a baby name?▾

Naamrit combines traditional naming references such as Nakshatra, Rashi, Lo Shu numerology, and optional family context to generate suggestions from 875 Hindu and Sanskrit name records. These are automated reference signals, not a ruling from a Pandit or a prediction about a child.

How accurate is the Nakshatra-based naming?▾

When you provide birth time and birth city, Naamrit uses Chitrapaksha Ayanamsa — the same Vedic calculation method used by Jyotish pandits — and applies a topocentric correction for the child's exact birth location. This determines the precise Pada (sub-division) within the Nakshatra and reveals the ONE sacred starting syllable for the name. Without birth time, all four syllables of the Nakshatra are honoured equally.

Can I find both Sanskrit and regional Indian names?▾

Naamrit's suggestion catalog contains 875 name records. Meaning notes, Devanagari forms, and regional variants are shown where available; the depth of information varies by entry. The Hall of Names is not currently a browsable name library.

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