In the wide, spinning map of astrology, think of Nakshatras to be glimmering pit stops across the zodiac highway. There are 27 of them, each with its own personality, deity, symbol, and style. They are the spiritual signs before your sun sign was cool. Your Nakshatra, aka your birth star, is based on the position of the Moon at the time you were born. And in the celestial storybook, the Moon is not just a vibe, it’s the main character.

• So, let’s break this all down. These 27 Nakshatras each span 13 degrees and 20 minutes of the zodiac, and together, they complete a full 360-degree orbit. But, they do more than just divide the sky. They shape destinies, impact moods, influence marriage compatibility, explain why some folks are born with main character energy while others channel mysterious sidekick vibes and much more.

The 27  Nakshatras

Here’s your curated guide to all 27 Nakshatras, with names in English, Sanskrit, Tamil, and Malayalam. Astrology nerds, moon-lovers, and cosmic dreamers—this one’s for you.

Ashvini (अश्विनी)

Tamil: Aswini • Malayalam: Aswathi

Ashvini is the celestial horsewoman. Think speed, healing energy, and a restlessness that never sleeps. It’s ruled by Ketu.

Bharani (भरणी)

Tamil: Bharani • Malayalam: Bharani

Think Yin energy and fierce power. Yama, the god of death, presides over this nakshatra, but don’t panic. This star is all about boundaries and transformation.

Krittika (कृत्तिका)

Tamil: Karthigai • Malayalam: Kaarthika

Krittika is ruled by Agni (fire). It’s the nakshatra of ambition, bold moves, and inner flame.

Rohini (रोहिणी)

Tamil: Rohini • Malayalam: Rohini

Rohini is the favourite child of the Moon. It’s sensual, fertile and artistic. Think of it as the muse of the zodiac.

Mrigashira (मृगशिरा)

Tamil: Mrigasheersham • Malayalam: Makeeryam

Mrigashira is the cosmic deer. It’s always curious, always searching, always one step ahead of others.

Ardra (आर्द्रा)

Tamil: Thiruvaathirai • Malayalam: Thiruvaathira

Ardra is stormy, deep and is ruled by Rudra. This Nakshatra sees beauty in destruction and growth in chaos.

Punarvasu (पुनर्वसु)

Tamil: Punarpoosam • Malayalam: Punartham

Punarvasu means the return of the light. It’s ruled by Aditi, mother of the gods, and is known to be resilient and nurturing.

Pushya (पुष्य)

Tamil: Poosam • Malayalam: Pooyyam

Pushya is traditional and powerful. It’s the star of nourishment, and Saturn brings structure to it.

Ashlesha (आश्लेषा)

Tamil: Aayilyam • Malayalam: Aayilyam

Ashlesha is mysterious and quite intense. The serpent energy of Mercury pulses in this nakshatra.

Magha (मघा)

Tamil: Makam • Malayalam: Makham

Magha is ruled by ancestors. It’s regal and rooted in legacy. Think thrones and generational wealth.

Purva Phalguni (पूर्व फाल्गुनी)

Tamil: Pooram • Malayalam: Pooram

Purva Phalguni is the creative hedonist. It’s ruled by Venus and is pleasure-seeking and passionate.

Uttara Phalguni (उत्तर फाल्गुनी)

Tamil: Uthiram • Malayalam: Uthram

Uttara Phalguni has the same spark as Purva, but is more grounded. It’s loyal, structured and balanced.

Hasta (हस्त)

Tamil: Hastham • Malayalam: Atham

Hasta is the hand that builds and heals. It’s ruled by the moon. Think craftsmanship and care.

Chitra (चित्रा)

Tamil: Chithirai • Malayalam: Chitra

Chitra is the celestial architect. Mars gives this star artistic fire and charm.

Swati (स्वाति)

Tamil: Swaathi • Malayalam: Chothi

Swati is the independence queen. Vayu, the wind god, rules here. Flexible, free, and a little scattered.

Vishakha (विशाखा)

Tamil: Visaakam • Malayalam: Visaakam

Vishakha is ambitious and fiery. A dual-natured star ruled by Jupiter.

Anuradha (अनुराधा)

Tamil: Anusham • Malayalam: Anizham

Anuradha is soft power. It’s associated with loyalty, devotion, and mysterious magnetism under Saturn’s rule.

Jyeshtha (ज्येष्ठा)

Tamil: Kettai • Malayalam: Thrikketta

Jyeshtha means the elder. It’s protective and powerful. Mercury lends wisdom and sharp wit to this nakshatra.

Mula (मूल)

Tamil: Moolam • Malayalam: Moolam

Mula has the root chakra energy. It’s raw, intense and transforms pain into power. It’s ruled by Ketu.

Purva Ashadha (पूर्वाषाढा)

Tamil: Pooraadam • Malayalam: Pooraadam

Purva Ashadha is invincible. It’s ruled by Apas, the water goddess. It brings in waves of confidence.

Uttara Ashadha (उत्तराषाढा)

Tamil: Uthiraadam • Malayalam: Uthraadam

Uttara Ashadha is successful through slow and steady. It’s ruled by the universal gods and stands for clarity and consistency.

Shravana (श्रवण)

Tamil: Thiruvonam • Malayalam: Thiruvonam

Shravana is the star of listening. It’s insightful, wise, and connected to learning and legacy.

Dhanishtha (धनिष्ठा)

Tamil: Avittam • Malayalam: Avittam

Dhanishtha is associated with wealth and rhythm. Mars governs this bold, musically tuned Nakshatra.

Shatabhisha (शतभिषक्)

Tamil: Chathayam • Malayalam: Chathayam

Shatabhisha means the hundred healers. It’s ruled by Rahu. Mystical, scientific, spiritual rebels.

Purva Bhadrapada (पूर्वभाद्रपदा)

Tamil: Poorattathi • Malayalam: Poorattadhi

Purva Bhadrapada stands for dark wisdom and fiery idealism. It’s a mix of stormy insight and spiritual intensity.

Uttara Bhadrapada (उत्तरभाद्रपदा)

Tamil: Uthirattathi • Malayalam: Uthrattathi

Fire in still waters. Saturn’s calm, steady anchor in deep seas of emotion.

Revati (रेवती)

Tamil: Revathi • Malayalam: Revathi

Revati is the gentle guardian. It’s sweet, dreamy, and the final Nakshatra. Mercury adds grace and kindness to it.

How to find out your Nakshatra?

Want to know your Nakshatra? All you need is your exact birth date, time, and location. Pop these into a Vedic astrology chart calculator (like the one on AstroSure.ai) and check where your Moon was sitting. That Moon sign, in its degree, falls into one of the 27 Nakshatras, and voila, that’s your lunar signature.

But why should you care about your Nakshatra? 

Because it goes beyond your sun sign. It shapes your mindset, your karma, and your inner landscape. It influences how you love, how you think, what your soul came here to learn, and even what kind of energies you attract. Whether you’re a dreamy Revati or a fire-breather like Mula, your Nakshatra holds a mirror to your soul, the kind that doesn’t lie, filter, or ghost you even when Mercury retrogrades.

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