Baby Name Starting Letters by Rashi (Complete Chart)
Disclaimer: Astrological traditions are part of cultural heritage and are provided here for informational and entertainment purposes. Naming decisions are deeply personal and should consider many factors beyond astrology.
In Hindu families, naming a newborn is a sacred ritual. The first letter of the baby’s name is traditionally chosen based on the Rashi (Moon sign) and nakshatra at birth. This practice, known as “Naamkaran”, is believed to bring harmony between the child’s name vibration and cosmic influences.
This guide gives you the full list of auspicious starting letters for each Rashi. To get a customised list of baby names with meanings, use our free Baby Names by Rashi tool.
How Rashi Determines the First Letter
The Moon’s position in one of the 12 Rashis at birth decides the Rashi. Within each Rashi, there are 2‑3 nakshatras, each further divided into 4 padas (quarters). Each pada has a recommended syllable or letter. The chart below lists all letters for each Rashi.
Complete Letter Chart
(Detailed table similar to Rashi chart above, but grouped by baby naming orientation. I’ll provide the list in English and Devanagari.)
| Rashi | Suggested Starting Letters |
|---|---|
| Mesha (Aries) | Chu, Che, Cho, La, Li, Lu, Le, Lo, A (चू, चे, चो, ला, ली, लू, ले, लो, अ) |
| Vrishabha (Taurus) | I, U, E, O, Va, Ba, Bha (इ, उ, ए, ओ, व, ब, भ) |
| Mithuna (Gemini) | Ka, Ki, Ku, Gha, Nga, Chha, Ha, Hri (का, की, कू, घ, ङ, छ, ह, हृ) |
| Karka (Cancer) | Hi, Hu, He, Ho, Da, Di, Du, De, Do (ही, हू, हे, हो, डा, डी, डू, डे, डो) |
| Simha (Leo) | Ma, Mi, Mu, Me, Mo, Ta, Ti, Tu, Te (मा, मी, मू, मे, मो, टा, टी, टू, टे) |
| Kanya (Virgo) | To, Pa, Pi, Pu, Sh, Na, Tha, Pe, Po (टो, पा, पी, पू, ष, ण, ठ, पे, पो) |
| Tula (Libra) | Ra, Ri, Ru, Re, Ro, Ta, Ti, Tu, Te (रा, री, रू, रे, रो, ता, ती, तू, ते) |
| Vrishchika (Scorpio) | To, Na, Ni, Nu, Ne, No, Ya, Yi, Yu (तो, ना, नी, नू, ने, नो, या, यी, यू) |
| Dhanu (Sagittarius) | Ye, Yo, Bha, Bhi, Bhu, Dha, Pha, Dhha, Bhe (ये, यो, भा, भी, भू, धा, फा, ढा, भे) |
| Makara (Capricorn) | Bho, Ja, Ji, Khi, Khu, Khe, Kho, Ga, Gi (भो, जा, जी, खी, खू, खे, खो, गा, गी) |
| Kumbha (Aquarius) | Gu, Ge, Go, Sa, Si, Su, Se, So, Da (गू, गे, गो, सा, सी, सू, से, सो, दा) |
| Meena (Pisces) | Di, Du, Tha, Jha, Nya, De, Do, Cha, Chi (दी, दू, थ, झ, ञ, दे, दो, चा, ची) |
Example: Baby Girl with Karka Rashi
If the baby’s Rashi is Karka (Cancer), the family can choose a name starting with Hi, Hu, He, Ho, or Da, Di, Du, De, Do. For a girl, “Hima” (हिमा) or “Durga” (दुर्गा) fit beautifully. The Baby Names by Rashi tool lets you select the Rashi and gender, then displays dozens of names with meanings.
FAQ
1. What if I want a name that doesn’t match the Rashi letters?
Many modern families choose a name irrespective of Rashi. It’s a cultural practice, not a compulsory rule. You can still have a beautiful name.
2. Can I use the tool for twin babies?
Yes, run the tool once for each Rashi (if they have different birth times) and pick matching or complementary names.
3. Is the list the same for boys and girls?
The starting letters are the same. The tool filters names by gender, showing only boy or girl names as per your selection.
4. Does the tool include modern names?
Yes, our database includes traditional Sanskrit names, modern Indian names, and trending names for 2026.
Conclusion
Naming a child is a joyous journey. Let our Baby Names by Rashi tool inspire you with the right letters and meaningful names. If you’re still exploring the child’s Rashi, first use the Rashi Finder by Name if you know the proposed name, or simply input the birth date in the baby names tool. May the name bring love, luck, and laughter.