Krittika Nakshatra
Ruled by Sun · Rakshasa Gana · Sheep Yoni
About Krittika Nakshatra
Krittika is ruled by the Sun and governed by Agni, the fire god. It is sharp, purifying and protective — able to cut through illusion and burn away impurity, granting courage and a cutting intellect.
Each nakshatra spans 13°20′ of the zodiac and is divided into four padas. The Moon's nakshatra at birth (your Janma Nakshatra) seeds the Vimshottari Dasha and the auspicious starting sound for naming.
Baby Names for Krittika
Babies born under Krittika are traditionally named with a syllable from their birth pada: A, E, U, O. Find the exact pada and full name suggestions with our Baby Names by Nakshatra tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Krittika nakshatra signify?
Krittika is ruled by the Sun and governed by Agni, the fire god. It is sharp, purifying and protective — able to cut through illusion and burn away impurity, granting courage and a cutting intellect.
Which planet rules Krittika nakshatra?
Krittika is ruled by Sun and presided over by the deity Agni. It belongs to the Rakshasa gana and the Sheep yoni.
What are the baby name syllables for Krittika?
Traditional starting syllables for Krittika nakshatra are A, E, U, O (one per pada).