Find a baby name by tradition or nakshatra
Filter by gender, tradition, and starting letter to get name ideas with real meanings. Pick a nakshatra to see its meaning alongside your results, if that's part of how your family names a child.
Frequently asked questions
How does naming by nakshatra work?
Many Hindu families choose a baby's first letter based on their nakshatra (birth star), following a recommendation from a family priest or panchang. Pick your nakshatra above to see its meaning, then enter that recommended letter to filter names.
Which traditions are covered?
Sanskrit/Hindu, Tamil, Muslim/Arabic, and Western/English names, each with real meanings. More traditions are added over time.
Is this the same as the zodiac and Chinese zodiac calculators?
Adding a birth date here shows a quick preview using the same zodiac and Chinese zodiac engines as those dedicated tools, with a link through to the full calculators.
Is my search stored?
The filters you choose may be logged to help us understand how the tool is used, but they're never shared publicly or tied to your identity unless you're signed in.