Namkaran (Baby Naming) by Pandit Neeraj Dixit ji
Book Pandit Neeraj Dixit ji for Namkaran (Baby Naming)
Introduction to Namkaran (Baby Naming Ceremony)
Namkaran Puja is a sacred Hindu ritual performed to give a newborn baby an auspicious name. This ceremony is one of the 16 Samskars (sacred rites of passage) in Hindu tradition and is considered vital for the child’s health, prosperity, and spiritual well-being.
Performed after 11, 21, or 31 days of birth, the puja involves chanting Vedic mantras, performing rituals, and invoking blessings from the deities and elders. The baby is given a name that is harmonious with the nakshatra (birth star) and planetary positions to ensure a bright and successful future.
Significance of Namkaran Puja
Ensures divine blessings and protection for the child
Determines a name in harmony with the child’s horoscope
Strengthens the spiritual and emotional bond of the family
Invokes health, longevity, prosperity, and intelligence
Marks the beginning of the child’s journey with auspicious energy
Namkaran Puja Vidhi
The puja generally includes:
Ganesh Puja – To remove obstacles
Kalash Sthapana – Invoking divine presence
Recitation of Vedic Mantras & Slokas
Naming Ritual – Selecting the child’s name based on astrology and nakshatra
Aarti & Prasad Distribution – Blessings for the newborn and family
Benefits of Namkaran Puja
- Grants divine protection and positivity to the newborn
- Ensures a harmonious name aligned with planetary influences
- Invokes health, intelligence, and prosperity for the child
- Strengthens family bonds and spiritual values
