Nakshatra

What Is Your Nakshatra?

The meaning of nakshatra in English refers to Lunar mansions. To know the nakshatra in which you were born, you must visit an astrologer with the exact time, place, and date of your birth.

Based on the information you provide, the astrologer will match the moon's position with your birth information and identify your nakshatra. You can also quickly fill in your details in our Nakshatra calculator and learn your Nakshatra within seconds.

Features of Nakshatras

While formulating characteristics of each 27 nakshatra names, the following are the main features considered to give each individual specific characteristics under a specific nakshatra. Here are 27 Nakshatra characteristics:

Gender

Nakshatras are divided into two categories: Male and Female. Their behaviour, personality and characteristics show some similarities and differences.

• Male Nakshatras: Ashwini, Bharani, Pushya, Ashlesha, Magha, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Jyeshta, Mula, Purvashadha, Uttarashadha, Shravana, Purva Bhadrapada and Abhijit.
• Female Nakshatras: Krittika, Rohini, Mrigashirsha, Ardra, Punarvasu, Purva Phalguni, Hasta, Chitra, Vishakha, Anuradha, Dhanistha, Shatabhishak, Uttara Bhadrapada and Revati

Gana

Gana relates to the character of individuals under each nakshatra. It places nakshatras under different categories of Gana on the basis of how they behave and react to a particular situation. Nakshatras are kept under the following three broad Ganas.

• Deva Gana: Deva Gana includes the quality of being humble and good-hearted. Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Swati, Anuradha, and Revati come under this category.
• Manusya Gana: Manusya Gana includes the quality of being human and thus has both good and bad qualities. Bharani, Rohini, Ardra, Shravana, and the Purva and Uttara Nakshatras come under this category.
• Rakshasa Gana: Rakshasa Gana includes the quality of a demon. It is being stubborn and aggressive. Krittika, Ashlesha, Magha, Chitra, Vishakha, Jyestha, Mula, Dhanistha, and Shatabhishak Nakshatras come under this category.

Animal and Bird

In Vedic astrology, 27 nakshatras characteristics are closely associated with the attributes of animals and birds. The animal and bird of each nakshatra say a lot about the individual characteristics born in that particular nakshatra. An individual's behavioural aspects match those of the bird and animal.

Guna

Guna means Energy. We have three main gunas to represent the energies of different nakshatras. We have nine stars or zodiac signs in each Guna with their corresponding nakshatra.

• Rajas: Rajas guna is the energy of movement, ambition, activity and change.
• Tamas: Tamas Guna brings the energy of being lazy, low on activity and materialistic.
• Sattva: Sattva guna brings the energy of manifestation and intelligence.

Nakshatras and Their Characteristics

There are 27 types of Nakshatras in total. These nakshatra names were first found in Vedanga Jyotisha, one of the earlier known Indian texts dated to the last centuries of BCE (Before the Common Era or Before Christ). Let’s read about the characteristics of each Nakshatra:

Ashwini Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Ashwini Nakshatra has the symbol of a Horse’s Head. The ruling planet is Ketu, and the presiding deity is Ashwini Kumara. According to nakshatra and their lords astrology, people are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 0 and 13.2 degrees in Aries. They are courageous, sharp-minded, assertive, and take the initiative.

Bharani Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Bharani nakshatra has the symbol of a Yoni. The ruling planet is Venus, and the presiding deity is Yama. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 13-20′ and 26-40′ in the Aries sign. They have pure hearts but make impulsive decisions.

Krittika Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Aries and Taurus

Krittika nakshatra has the symbol of a Knife or spear. The ruling planet is the Sun, the supreme power, and the presiding deity is Agni. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 26°40′ and 30°00′ in Aries and 30°00′ to 40°00′ in Taurus. They desire to gain knowledge continuously but are impatient.

Rohini Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Rohini Nakshatra has the symbol of a Cart, temple, and banyan tree. The ruling planet is the Moon, and the presiding deity is Lord Brahma. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 0°00′ and 53°20′ in Taurus. They are elegant, calm and gentle but get angry at the slightest remark.

Mrigashira Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Taurus and Gemini

Mrigashira Nakshatra has the symbol of a Deer’s head. The ruling planet is Mars, and the presiding deity is Soma. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 23°20 degrees in Taurus and 6°40' degrees in Gemini. According toNakshatraa and their lords, they are intelligent, sincere and obedient but very sensitive and indecisive.

Ardra Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Ardra Nakshatra has the symbol of a Teardrop, a diamond, and a human head. The ruling planet is the Rahu, and the presiding deity is Rudra. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 6°40' and 20°00' degrees in Gemini. They are not emotionally balanced and have the destructive qualities of Lord Rudra and Lord Shiva.

Punarvasu Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Gemini and Cancer

Punarvasu Nakshatra has the symbol of a Bow and quiver. The ruling planet is Jupiter, and the presiding deity is Goddess Aditi. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 20 degrees 00 minutes of Mithun (Gemini) to 03 degrees 20 minutes of Karka (Cancer). They are polite and kind in behaviour at a younger age, but later, as they grow, they start becoming slightly aggressive and arrogant.

Pushya Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Pushya Nakshatra has the symbol of a Cow’s udder, lotus, arrow, and circle. The ruling planet is Saturn, and the presiding deity is Brihaspati. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 93:2 and 106:4 in the Cancer Sun Sign. It is also known as Maha Nakshatra or highly auspicious Nakshatra. People born in this nakshatra are progressive in life and are caring and protective.

Ashlesha Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Ashlesha Nakshatra has the symbol of a Serpent. The ruling planet is Mercury, and the presiding deity is the Sarpas or Nagas. According to nakshatra and their lords, people are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 16:40-30:00 degrees Cancer. They are secretive and manipulative and are meant to be great politicians.

Magha Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Magha Nakshatra has the symbol of a Royal throne. The ruling planet is Ketu, and the presiding deity is the Pitrs. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 00°00′ to 13°20′ degrees in the Leo sign. They are kind-hearted and have a king-like aura. They are run by moral standards and principles.

Purva Phalguni Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Purva Phalguni Nakshatra has the symbol of the Front legs of a bed, hammock, and fig tree. The ruling planet is Venus, and the presiding deity is the Aryaman. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 13.20 degrees and 26.40 degrees in the Sinha or Leo zodiac sign. They are proficient, polite, honest, knowledgeable and inclined towards the field of art and social work.

Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Leo and Virgo

Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra has the symbol of the four legs of the bed, which is a hammock. The ruling planet is the Sun, and the presiding deity is the Bhaga. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 26:40 degrees Leo and 10:00 degrees Virgo. They are cool and calm even in difficult situations. Because of their nature, they have no enemies around them.

Hasta Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Hasta Nakshatra has the symbol of the Hand or fist. The ruling planet is the Moon, and the presiding deity is the Savita or Surya. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 10 – 23:20 in the Virgo zodiac sign. They are disciplined and don’t like delays. They fall in the category of desired professionals.

Chitra Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Virgo and Libra

Chitra Nakshatra has the symbol of the Bright jewel or pearl. The ruling planet is Mars, and the presiding deity is Vishwakarma. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 23:20 degrees Virgo and 6:40 degrees Libra. They are known as lone rangers and are intelligent. They tend to be creative and workaholics.

Swati Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Swati Nakshatra has the symbol of a Shoot of a plant, coral. The ruling planet is Rahu, and the presiding deity is Vayu or wind. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 186:4 and 200:0 in the Scorpio Sun Sign. According to Nakshatra and their lords, they are known as a young planet in the winds. They are socially interactive and goal-oriented.

Vishakha Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Libra and Scorpio

Vishakha Nakshatra has the symbol of a Triumphal archway and a potter’s wheel. The ruling planet is Jupiter, and the presiding deity is Lord Indra. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 20:00 degrees Libra-3:20 degrees Scorpio. They are optimistic, sharp-minded, god-fearing and careful of their deeds. They are determined to complete any task they take up.

Anuradha Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Anuradha Nakshatra has the symbol of a Triumphal archway and lotus. The ruling planet is Saturn, and the presiding deity is Mitra. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 03°20' and 16°40' degrees in Scorpio. They are pure-hearted and believe in simple living. They are selfless, have attractive personalities, and shine in social and political fields.

Jyeshtha Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Jyeshtha Nakshatra has the symbol of a Circular amulet, umbrella, and earring. The ruling planet is Mercury, and the presiding deity is Indra. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 16:40 – 30 in Scorpio. Also, they are passionate about love.

Moola Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Moola Nakshatra has the symbol of a Bundle of roots tied together, an elephant goad. The ruling planet is Ketu, and the presiding deity is Nirit. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 0°00 and 13°20′ in the Sagittarius sign. They are peaceful, courageous, and sometimes manipulative.

Purva Ashadha Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Purva Ashadha Nakshatra has the symbol of a fan and a winnowing basket. The ruling planet is Venus, and the presiding deity is Apah. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 13:20 – 26:40 in the Sagittarius zodiac sign. They are energetic and very intelligent and perform well even in adverse circumstances.

Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius and Capricorn

Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra has the symbol of an elephant tusk. The ruling planet is the Sun, and the presiding deity is Visvedevas. According to nakshatra and their lords, people are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 26:40 degrees Sagittarius and 10:00 degrees Capricorn. They are intelligent, hardworking, and multitasking.

Shravana Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Shravana Nakshatra has the symbol of an Ear or three footprints. The ruling planet is Jupiter, and the presiding deity is Vishnu. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between Shravana and Nakshatra. They are very religious and are fond of visiting temples.

Dhanishta Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Dhanishta Nakshatra has the symbol of a Drum or flute. The ruling planet is Mars, and the presiding deity is Eight Vasus. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 23°20′ Capricorn to 06°40′ Aquarius. They are vibrant, frank and easily adapt to situations but spend a lot of money.

Shatabhisha Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn and Aquarius

Shatabhisha Nakshatra has the symbol of an Empty circle, flowers, or stars. The ruling planet is Rahu, and the presiding deity is Varuna. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 06°40' and 20°00' degrees in the Aquarius zodiac sign. They have an objective in life and tell the truth.

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra has the symbol of a Sword or two front legs of the cot, a man with two faces. The ruling planet is Jupiter, and the presiding deity is Ajikapada. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between 16:40 – 30 in Scorpio. They lead a simple life and are peaceful but short-tempered.

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius Pisces

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra has the symbol of Twins, the back legs of the cot, and snakes in the water. The ruling planet is Saturn, and the presiding deity is Ahir Budhyana. People are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between degrees 3:20 – 16:40 in the Pisces zodiac. They are happy souls and have good communication skills.

Revati Nakshatra

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Revati Nakshatra has the symbol of a Pair of fish and drums. The ruling planet is Mercury, and the presiding deity is Pushan. According to Nakshatra and their lords, people are born in this nakshatra when the moon is between degrees 16.40 – 30.00 in the Pisces sign. They are sweet and friendly and do not indulge in anyone’s space.