What origin is the name Naksatra?

Naksatra comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Naksatra?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Naksatra — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Naksatra?

Naksatra starts with the syllable “Na” (ना), which traditionally belongs to Anuradha nakshatra, pada 1, in Vrishchik rashi (Scorpio). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Naksatra

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Naksatra

Naksatra

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Naksatra is an Indian unisex name meaning "Star or heavenly body".

With Indian roots, Naksatra is a unisex name that means "Star or heavenly body". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Star or heavenly body

Popularity

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Quick answers about Naksatra

What does Naksatra mean?

Naksatra is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Star or heavenly body".

How popular is Naksatra?

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Brother names that go with Naksatra

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Naksatra

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Name numerology

1is the Chaldean number for Naksatra.

Number 1 is linked with leadership, independence and new beginnings.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Na (ना)
Rashi: Vrishchik (Scorpio)
Nakshatra: Anuradha, pada 1
Name number: 1

By tradition, names starting with “Na” suit babies born in Anuradha nakshatra (pada 1), which falls in Vrishchik rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.