Nakshatra 1 of 27
Ashwini Nakshatra
The first Nakshatra — fast-moving, pioneering and healing, associated with fresh starts, speed and quick recovery.
favorableKshipra (swift)Ruled by Ketu
Sign span (computed)
Mesha
0°00′–13°20′ of the zodiac
Ruling planet &
Ketu · 7 years
period length
Deity & symbol
a horse's head
Deity: the Ashwini Kumaras (divine physicians)
the power to quickly reach things and heal
Temperament & matching attributes
- : Deva (divine) — gentle, generous and refined by temperament.
- : Horse — the animal symbol used in compatibility.
- : Aadi (Vata) — the first Nadi group. The heaviest koota in Kundali matching.
These feed the 36-point Kundali matching score.
Name sounds by pada
Each of the four quarters () of Ashwini has a traditional starting sound for a baby's name:
Pada 1: Chu (चू)Pada 2: Che (चे)Pada 3: Cho (चो)Pada 4: La (ला)
Looking for a name? See Ashwini baby names.
Frequently Asked Questions
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