Nakshatra 15 of 27
Swati Nakshatra
An independent, adaptable Nakshatra of self-reliance and movement — flexible and freedom-loving, associated with trade, diplomacy and going one’s own way.
favorableChara (movable)Ruled by Rahu
Sign span (computed)
Tula
186°40′–200°00′ of the zodiac
Ruling planet &
Rahu · 18 years
period length
Deity & symbol
a young sprout swaying in the wind
Deity: Vayu (the wind god)
the power to scatter and move like the wind
Temperament & matching attributes
- : Deva (divine) — gentle, generous and refined by temperament.
- : Buffalo — the animal symbol used in compatibility.
- : Antya (Kapha) — the last 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 Swati has a traditional starting sound for a baby's name:
Pada 1: Ru (रू)Pada 2: Re (रे)Pada 3: Ro (रो)Pada 4: Ta (ता)
Looking for a name? See Swati baby names.
Frequently Asked Questions
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