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Purva Ashadha Nakshatra

Ruled by Venus · Manushya Gana · Monkey Yoni

Number20 of 27
Ruling PlanetVenus
DeityApas (water)
SymbolElephant tusk / fan
GanaManushya
Yoni (Animal)Monkey
Padas4
Name SyllablesBhu, Dha, Bha, Dha

About Purva Ashadha Nakshatra

Purva Ashadha, ruled by Venus and governed by the waters (Apas), is the invincible, early-victory star. It grants conviction, persuasive power, optimism and the energy of unstoppable purification.

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 Purva Ashadha

Babies born under Purva Ashadha are traditionally named with a syllable from their birth pada: Bhu, Dha, Bha, Dha. Find the exact pada and full name suggestions with our Baby Names by Nakshatra tool.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Purva Ashadha nakshatra signify?

Purva Ashadha, ruled by Venus and governed by the waters (Apas), is the invincible, early-victory star. It grants conviction, persuasive power, optimism and the energy of unstoppable purification.

Which planet rules Purva Ashadha nakshatra?

Purva Ashadha is ruled by Venus and presided over by the deity Apas (water). It belongs to the Manushya gana and the Monkey yoni.

What are the baby name syllables for Purva Ashadha?

Traditional starting syllables for Purva Ashadha nakshatra are Bhu, Dha, Bha, Dha (one per pada).

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