A baby born with the Moon in pada 2 of Purva Bhadrapada is traditionally given a name beginning with So. The Moon is then in Aquarius. Below are 8 names that start with this sound, with their meanings.
Boy names
- Soham "I am That"
- Soma the moon, nectar
- Somesh lord of the moon, Shiva
- Somnath lord of the moon, Shiva
Girl names
- Somya gentle
- Sonal golden
- Sohini beautiful
- Sonakshi golden-eyed
About Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra
Purva Bhadrapada is ruled by Jupiter, presided over by Aja Ekapada and symbolised by the front of a funeral cot. Its themes are intensity, idealism, transformation. The four padas of Purva Bhadrapada use the sounds Se, So, Da, Di. See all Purva Bhadrapada baby names, or read about celebrities born in Purva Bhadrapada.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the baby names for Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra pada 2?
Purva Bhadrapada pada 2 uses the starting sound “So”. Names that begin this way include Soham, Somya, Sonal, Soma, Somesh and more, listed above with their meanings.
Which Moon sign is Purva Bhadrapada pada 2?
Purva Bhadrapada pada 2 falls in Aquarius (Kumbha Rashi), ruled by Saturn.
Do I have to use these letters?
No. Naming by Nakshatra sound is a tradition many families follow, but it is a choice, not a requirement. Use it as inspiration alongside meaning, family preference and ease of pronunciation.
Starting sounds follow the most widely used North-Indian tradition; some regions and families use slightly different syllables, so check with your family priest or astrologer if a specific tradition matters to you. The Nakshatra depends on the Moon’s position at the exact birth time, place and date.