A baby born with the Moon in pada 1 of Uttara Phalguni is traditionally given a name beginning with Te. The Moon is then in Leo. Below are 6 names that start with this sound, with their meanings.
Boy names
- Tejas radiance
- Tej brilliance
- Tejaswi brilliant
- Tejendra lord of brilliance
Girl names
- Tejal brilliant
- Tejaswini radiant
About Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni is ruled by Sun, presided over by Aryaman and symbolised by the back legs of a bed. Its themes are generosity, partnership, reliability. The four padas of Uttara Phalguni use the sounds Te, To, Pa, Pi. See all Uttara Phalguni baby names, or read about celebrities born in Uttara Phalguni.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the baby names for Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra pada 1?
Uttara Phalguni pada 1 uses the starting sound “Te”. Names that begin this way include Tejas, Tejal, Tejaswini, Tej, Tejaswi and more, listed above with their meanings.
Which Moon sign is Uttara Phalguni pada 1?
Uttara Phalguni pada 1 falls in Leo (Simha Rashi), ruled by the Sun.
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.