Naamkaran Poojan (Naming Ceremony)

At Siddhbalaji Manokamna Mandir

“Naam mein hai pehchaan, aur naam se hoti hai shubh shuruaat”

The Naamkaran Poojan is a sacred Hindu ritual performed to formally name a newborn child in the presence of family, elders, and divine energies. At Siddhbalaji Manokamna Mandir, we offer a spiritually enriching Naamkaran ceremony that blesses the child with a meaningful name and a life filled with health, happiness, and success.

Significance of Naamkaran

• One of the 16 Sanskars (Shodasha Samskaras) in Hindu tradition
• Performed on the 11th, 12th, or 21st day after birth, or on an auspicious date chosen by a priest
• The name is chosen based on Nakshatra (birth star) and Janma Kundali (birth chart)

Ritual Highlights

• Ganesh Pujan – To remove obstacles and bless the ceremony
• Kalash Sthapana and Sankalp for the child’s well-being
• Naam Ucharan (Name Announcement) by the father or elder
• Havan (optional) – For purification and divine blessings
• Aarti and Ashirwad from elders and purohits
• Distribution of Prasad and Blessings

Spiritual Benefits

• Invokes divine protection and blessings for the child
• Aligns the child’s name with cosmic energies for a prosperous life
• Strengthens family bonds and cultural values
• Marks the child’s formal introduction to society and dharma

Service Details

• Location: Siddhbalaji Manokamna Mandir or at your home
• Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours
• Includes: Purohit services, puja samagri, name selection guidance, and prasad
• Customizable: Based on family traditions and astrological charts