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Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra

The latter red one — friendship, generosity and steady union.

At a glance

Ruling planet (dasha lord)Sun
Presiding deityAryaman (god of patronage and contracts)
SymbolBack legs of a bed
Gana (temperament)Manushya
Naming syllables (pada 1–4)Te, To, Pa, Pi
Position in zodiacNakshatra 12 of 27

Meaning & mythology

Uttara Phalguni is governed by Aryaman, lord of friendship, patronage and noble contracts. Where its predecessor enjoys, this nakshatra commits — to marriage, partnership and lasting bonds. Tradition associates it with loyalty, kindness, social grace, dependable generosity and the ability to help others through reliable, principled support.

Naming syllables (Namakaran)

If a child is born under Uttara Phalguni nakshatra, tradition suggests a name beginning with one of these syllables, chosen by the Moon's pada (quarter) at birth: Te, To, Pa, Pi — one syllable for each of the four padas.

These are the classical syllables; regional traditions vary slightly. For ritual decisions, confirm with your family panchanga or purohit.
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All 27 Nakshatras

Ashwini Bharani Krittika Rohini Mrigashira Ardra Punarvasu Pushya Ashlesha Magha Purva Phalguni Uttara Phalguni Hasta Chitra Swati Vishakha Anuradha Jyeshtha Mula Purva Ashadha Uttara Ashadha Shravana Dhanishta Shatabhisha Purva Bhadrapada Uttara Bhadrapada Revati