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Namkaran Muhurat
नामकरण मुहूर्त
Namkaran (naming ceremony) is typically performed on the 11th or 12th day after birth. The muhurat should ensure the chosen name brings positive energy to the child.
Auspicious Namkaran Muhurat dates
Computed from the Swiss Ephemeris for Delhi, next 12 months. Each date below satisfies every rule listed on this page. Timings shift with your city — sunrise varies by up to 100 minutes across India.
| Date | Panchang | Abhijit muhurat | Avoid (Rahu Kaal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-11-11Wednesday | Shukla DwitiyaAnuradha | 11:44 – 12:27 | 12:05 – 13:26 |
| 2026-11-12Thursday | Shukla TritiyaJyeshtha | 11:44 – 12:27 | 13:26 – 14:47 |
| 2026-11-14Saturday | Shukla PanchamiPurva Ashadha | 11:44 – 12:27 | 09:25 – 10:45 |
| 2026-11-16Monday | Shukla SaptamiShravana | 11:45 – 12:27 | 08:06 – 09:26 |
| 2026-11-20Friday | Shukla DashamiPurva Bhadrapada | 11:46 – 12:28 | 10:47 – 12:07 |
| 2026-11-22Sunday | Shukla TrayodashiAshwini | 11:46 – 12:28 | 16:05 – 17:24 |
| 2026-11-25Wednesday | Krishna PratipadaRohini | 11:47 – 12:29 | 12:08 – 13:27 |
| 2026-11-26Thursday | Krishna DwitiyaMrigashira | 11:47 – 12:29 | 13:27 – 14:46 |
| 2026-11-28Saturday | Krishna PanchamiPunarvasu | 11:48 – 12:30 | 09:32 – 10:51 |
| 2026-11-29Sunday | Krishna ShashthiPushya | 11:48 – 12:30 | 16:04 – 17:23 |
| 2026-12-03Thursday | Krishna DashamiUttara Phalguni | 11:50 – 12:32 | 13:29 – 14:47 |
| 2026-12-04Friday | Krishna EkadashiHasta | 11:50 – 12:32 | 10:53 – 12:11 |
These dates apply the rules a calendar can check. They cannot check the child's birth Nakshatra and pada, Sankranti and eclipse days — that needs your birth chart. Check a date against your own chart →
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Key Astrological Factors
- Based on Moon's Nakshatra at birth
- First letter of name from Nakshatra Pada
- Prefer auspicious Tithis (2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 13th)
- Avoid eclipses and Sankranti
- Ashwini, Rohini, Mrigashira, Pushya Nakshatras are favorable
Best Months & Timing
- Any month — based on child's birth date
- 11th or 12th day after birth traditionally
- Can be done later if muhurat is unfavorable
Frequently asked questions
What is Namkaran Muhurat?
Namkaran (naming ceremony) is typically performed on the 11th or 12th day after birth. The muhurat should ensure the chosen name brings positive energy to the child.
What are the key astrological factors for Namkaran Muhurat?
Based on Moon's Nakshatra at birth. First letter of name from Nakshatra Pada. Prefer auspicious Tithis (2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 13th). Avoid eclipses and Sankranti. Ashwini, Rohini, Mrigashira, Pushya Nakshatras are favorable
What are the best months for Namkaran Muhurat?
Any month — based on child's birth date. 11th or 12th day after birth traditionally. Can be done later if muhurat is unfavorable
Find Your Perfect Namkaran Muhurat Date
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