In Vedic tradition a baby is often named with the sound of the Nakshatra the Moon occupied at birth. Shravana is associated with listening, learning, connection, ruled by Moon and symbolised by an ear. Its starting sounds are Khi, Khu, Khe, Kho. Below are names for each pada with their meanings.
Pada 1: names starting with “Khi” (Moon in Capricorn)
Closest-sound names for babies born with the Moon in Shravana pada 1.
Closest-sound names
Few traditional names begin exactly with “Khi”. Families often choose a name with the nearest sound:
- Khyati fame, renown
Pada 2: names starting with “Khu” (Moon in Capricorn)
4 names for babies born with the Moon in Shravana pada 2.
Boy names
- Khushal happy, prosperous
- Khushwant happy
Girl names
- Khushi happiness
- Khushboo fragrance
Pada 3: names starting with “Khe” (Moon in Capricorn)
3 names for babies born with the Moon in Shravana pada 3.
Boy names
- Khemraj protector king
- Khem welfare, safety
- Khemendra lord of welfare
Pada 4: names starting with “Kho” (Moon in Capricorn)
Closest-sound names for babies born with the Moon in Shravana pada 4.
Closest-sound names
Few traditional names begin exactly with “Kho”. Families often choose a name with the nearest sound:
- Khyati fame, renown
More about Shravana
See famous people born in Shravana, find your own Nakshatra with the free calculator, or explore the auspicious birth date guides.
Frequently asked questions
Which letters are for Shravana Nakshatra?
Babies born in Shravana Nakshatra traditionally get a name starting with Khi, Khu, Khe, Kho — one sound for each of the four padas.
Which Moon sign does Shravana belong to?
Shravana falls in Capricorn. Each pada can sit in a specific sign, shown above next to its starting sound.
How do I find my baby’s Nakshatra?
It depends on where the Moon was at the exact moment of birth. Enter the date, time and place in the free Nakshatra calculator.
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.