Magha मघा Meaning, Origin, Numerology & Rashi
The tenth lunar mansion • Bountiful
At a glance
What does Magha mean?
Magha is a traditional Sanskrit girl's name meaning "The tenth lunar mansion; bountiful". Rooted in Hindu tradition and used in India, it is written मघा and carries associations of the stars. Parents choose it as a nature name with a numerology number of 3.
Magha numerology & astrology
In Chaldean numerology, the letters of Magha add up to 5.
M 4 + A 1 + G 3 + H 5 + A 1 = 14 → 5
Traditionally, 5 is linked with the Mercury. Its lucky day is Wednesday, its lucky colours are green and light grey, and its lucky numbers are 5.
Magha starts with the syllable "Ma". In the traditional akshar chart, Ma belongs to Magha nakshatra in Simha rashi.
Starting syllables for Simha rashi: Ma, Mi, Mu, Me, Mo, Ta, Ti, Tu, Te.
These are traditional associations. Syllable lists vary slightly between panchangs, so check with your family priest or astrologer if the custom matters to you.
Questions about Magha
What does the name Magha mean?
Magha means "The tenth lunar mansion; bountiful". It is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Magha a boy or a girl name?
Magha is recorded as a girl name. Some families use it more broadly, but that is how it appears across the entries we hold.
Is Magha a Hindu name?
Yes. Magha is a Hindu name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly recorded in India.
What are some names similar to Magha?
Parents who like Magha often shortlist Poonam, Tithi, Indu, Nila and Junmoni. Each has its own page with its meaning and origin.
Which rashi and nakshatra suit the name Magha?
Magha starts with the syllable "Ma", which the traditional akshar chart places in Magha nakshatra, Simha rashi. Families who follow the rashi custom choose names starting with Ma, Mi, Mu, Me, Mo, Ta, Ti, Tu, Te for Simha.
What is the numerology number of Magha?
In Chaldean numerology Magha adds up to 5, a number traditionally linked with the Mercury. Its lucky day is Wednesday.
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