What origin is the name Nataraju?

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

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

What is the rashi of the name Nataraju?

Nataraju 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.

Nataraju

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Nataraju

Unisex

Indian

4 syllables

Nataraju is an Indian unisex name meaning "The King of Dance; a title for Lord Shiva".

Parents who choose Nataraju pick a unisex name from the Indian tradition, meaning "The King of Dance; a title for Lord Shiva". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 4

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

The King of Dance; a title for Lord Shiva

Popularity

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What does Nataraju mean?

Nataraju is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "The King of Dance; a title for Lord Shiva".

How popular is Nataraju?

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Brother names that go with Nataraju

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

3is the Chaldean number for Nataraju.

Number 3 is linked with creativity, joy and self-expression.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Na (ना)
Rashi: Vrishchik (Scorpio)
Nakshatra: Anuradha, pada 1
Name number: 3

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.

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Names with a similar meaning to Nataraju

Nataraju means "The King of Dance; a title for Lord Shiva" — these names share that spirit.

Abigail — "Abigail comes from the Hebrew Avigayil, meaning 'my father's joy'. She is a wife of King David in the Bible." (Hebrew)
David — "David comes from the Hebrew Dawid, meaning 'beloved'. David is the shepherd who became king of Israel." (Hebrew)
Nathan — "Nathan comes from the Hebrew, meaning 'he gave'. Nathan is a prophet in the time of King David." (Hebrew)
Jonathan — "Jonathan comes from the Hebrew Yehonatan, meaning 'God has given'. In the Bible he is King David's loyal friend." (Hebrew)