Babies born with the Moon in Dhanishta traditionally receive a name that begins with the sound of their birth pada: Ga, Gi, Gu, Ge. 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 Ga (Capricorn Rashi)
| Name | Hindi | For | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ganesh | गणेश | Boy | Lord Ganesha |
| Gagan | गगन | Boy | Sky |
| Garv | गर्व | Boy | Pride |
| Gajanan | गजानन | Boy | Lord Ganesha |
| Gayatri | गायत्री | Girl | The sacred mantra |
| Garima | गरिमा | Girl | Dignity |
| Ganga | गंगा | Girl | The holy river |
Pada 2: names starting with Gi (Capricorn Rashi)
| Name | Hindi | For | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girish | गिरीश | Boy | Lord Shiva |
| Giridhar | गिरिधर | Boy | Lord Krishna, who lifted the mountain |
| Geeta | गीता | Girl | The holy song |
| Girija | गिरिजा | Girl | Goddess Parvati |
| Gitanjali | गीतांजलि | Girl | An offering of songs |
Pada 3: names starting with Gu (Aquarius Rashi)
| Name | Hindi | For | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gunvant | गुणवंत | Boy | Virtuous |
| Gunjan | गुंजन | Unisex | Humming of bees |
Pada 4: names starting with Ge (Aquarius Rashi)
This sound is rare in modern names. Families traditionally choose a name from the nakshatra's other padas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which letters are lucky for Dhanishta Nakshatra?
Dhanishta Nakshatra names begin with Ga, Gi, Gu, Ge: one sound for each of its four padas.
How do I know my baby's pada in Dhanishta?
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.