Babies born with the Moon in Ardra traditionally receive a name that begins with the sound of their birth pada: Ku, Gha, Ng, Chha. Not sure of the pada? Enter the birth date and time in our free Baby Name Finder and it works out the exact nakshatra and pada for you.
Pada 1: names starting with Ku (Gemini Rashi)
| Name | Hindi | For | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kunal | कुणाल | Boy | Lotus |
| Kush | कुश | Boy | Son of Lord Rama |
| Kumar | कुमार | Boy | Prince |
| Kuber | कुबेर | Boy | God of wealth |
| Kushal | कुशल | Boy | Skilful |
| Kumud | कुमुद | Girl | Lotus |
| Kusum | कुसुम | Girl | Flower |
| Kunti | कुंती | Girl | Mother of the Pandavas |
Pada 2: names starting with Gha (Gemini Rashi)
| Name | Hindi | For | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghanshyam | घनश्याम | Boy | Lord Krishna, dark as rain clouds |
Pada 3: names starting with Ng (Gemini Rashi)
This sound is rare in modern names. Families traditionally choose a name from the nakshatra's other padas.
Pada 4: names starting with Chha (Gemini Rashi)
| Name | Hindi | For | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chhatrapati | छत्रपति | Boy | Emperor |
| Chhavi | छवि | Girl | Image, radiance |
| Chhaya | छाया | Girl | Shade, shelter |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which letters are lucky for Ardra Nakshatra?
Ardra Nakshatra names begin with Ku, Gha, Ng, Chha: one sound for each of its four padas.
How do I know my baby's pada in Ardra?
The pada depends on the exact birth time. Use the free Astronik Baby Name Finder with the birth date and time, or ask the family priest who prepares the Kundli.