J name rashi: which rashi for names starting with J?
The rashi taken from the first syllable of a name is called the "naam rashi". This guide shows which rashi and nakshatra names starting with J belong to, and how to check your real rashi for free.
Names starting with J (ज) fall in Makar rashi (Capricorn), ruled by Saturn: Ja and Ji belong to Uttara Ashadha nakshatra. Ju, Je and Jo names (Jyoti, Jugal) are also counted as Makar. Only "Jha" (झ) names are different: they are Meen.
Every J syllable, with its rashi and nakshatra
In Vedic naming, each of the 27 nakshatras has 4 padas (quarters), and each pada has a syllable: 108 in all. These are the syllables that start with J:
| Syllable | Hindi letter | Rashi | Nakshatra (pada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ja | जा | Makar (Capricorn) | Uttara Ashadha (3) |
| Ji | जी | Makar (Capricorn) | Uttara Ashadha (4) |
| Jha | झ | Meen (Pisces) | Uttara Bhadrapada (3) |
Ju, Je and Jo come from Abhijit, the extra 28th nakshatra used in some naming charts; they still sit in Makar.
Popular J names and their rashi
| Name | First syllable | Rashi | Nakshatra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jai | जा | Capricorn (Capricorn) | Uttara Ashadha |
| Jatin | जा | Capricorn (Capricorn) | Uttara Ashadha |
| Jagdish | जा | Capricorn (Capricorn) | Uttara Ashadha |
| Jiya | जी | Capricorn (Capricorn) | Uttara Ashadha |
| Jitendra | जी | Capricorn (Capricorn) | Uttara Ashadha |
| Jhilmil | झ | Pisces (Pisces) | Uttara Bhadrapada |
Your naam rashi is a tradition. Your janam rashi (Moon sign) comes from your birth date, time and place. Get it free in seconds.
Makar rashi (Capricorn): traits and lucky things
Hard-working, patient and goal-driven; success comes steadily.
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Meen rashi (Pisces): traits and lucky things
Compassionate, imaginative and spiritual; needs firm boundaries.
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Naam rashi or janam rashi: which one should you use?
The naam rashi is a simple tradition, useful when the birth time is unknown. For kundli, Sade Sati, Manglik dosha, marriage matching and daily horoscopes, astrologers use the janam rashi (Moon sign). If you know your birth date and time, check your real rashi with the free kundli or the free Moon sign calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the rashi for names starting with J?
Names starting with J (ज) fall in Makar rashi (Capricorn), ruled by Saturn: Ja and Ji belong to Uttara Ashadha nakshatra. Ju, Je and Jo names (Jyoti, Jugal) are also counted as Makar. Only "Jha" (झ) names are different: they are Meen.
Which nakshatra do J names belong to?
Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada. The exact nakshatra depends on the full first syllable (such as Ja, Ji, Jha).
What is the lucky number for J names?
Makar (Capricorn): 8; Meen (Pisces): 3.
What is the difference between naam rashi and janam rashi?
Naam rashi comes from the first syllable of your name. Janam rashi (Moon sign) comes from the Moon's position at your birth. Astrologers use the janam rashi for kundli, horoscope and muhurat; the naam rashi is used when the birth time is not known.
Does changing your name change your rashi?
It can change your naam rashi, but never your janam rashi, which is fixed by your birth time.
Source and method
Syllable, nakshatra and rashi links follow the traditional Avakahada chakra of 108 naming syllables. Lucky numbers, colours and gems follow common Vedic practice. See the full 108-syllable chart.