Nakshatra #26 of 27 · Ruled by Saturn

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra Baby Names

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra, ruled by Saturn and presided by Ahir Budhnya (the serpent of the deep waters), is the nakshatra of depth, compassion, and wisdom. Children of Uttara Bhadrapada are profoundly caring, patient, and spiritually advanced. Names beginning with Du, Tha, Jha, or Na are most auspicious.

Ruling Planet

Saturn

Presiding Deity

Ahir Budhnya

Element

Ether

Gana

Manushya

Sacred Starting Syllables (Aksharas)

Du
Tha
Jha
Na

"Latter fortunate foot, deep waters"

How Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra names are chosen

Uttara Bhadrapada is the 26th of the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. Its traditional associations include Saturn as ruling planet, Ahir Budhnya as presiding deity, and the quality “Latter fortunate foot, deep waters.” 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 Uttara Bhadrapada. 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.

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra baby names from the Naamrit catalog

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra Boy Names

Durgesh

Starts Du

Lord of the fort

Nakul

Starts Na

Mongoose, son of Madri — Pandava

Naksh

Starts Na

Moon, constellation

Nalin

Starts Na

Lotus, water

Naman

Starts Na

Salutation, bowing in reverence

Naval

Starts Na

New, fresh

Nabhit

Starts Na

Fearless, one who is unafraid

Naitik

Starts Na

Moral, ethical, righteous

Namdev

Starts Na

Servant devoted to god's name

Naresh

Starts Na

King of men

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra Girl Names

Dulari

Starts Du

Beloved, cherished and adored

Jhalak

Starts Jha

Glimpse, sparkle, reflection

Nandita

Starts Na

Pleased, joyful, delighted

Jhanvi

Starts Jha

River Ganga, daughter of Jahnu

Naira

Starts Na

Shining, glittering, bright

Jharna

Starts Jha

Waterfall, spring water

Navya

Starts Na

New, young, worthy of praise

Nalini

Starts Na

Lotus, water plant, beautiful

Namita

Starts Na

Humble, bowed, devoted

Navami

Starts Na

The ninth, the ninth lunar day

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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