The latter red one — friendship, generosity and steady union.
| Ruling planet (dasha lord) | Sun |
| Presiding deity | Aryaman (god of patronage and contracts) |
| Symbol | Back legs of a bed |
| Gana (temperament) | Manushya |
| Naming syllables (pada 1–4) | Te, To, Pa, Pi |
| Position in zodiac | Nakshatra 12 of 27 |
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.
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.