Samskara Services
Namakarana
नामकरण
Traditional naming ceremony for a child with family sankalpa and blessings.
Why this pooja is performed
Performed after birth as per family tradition and auspicious timing.
For whom
For newborn children and families.
Purpose of the sevā
To bless the child with a sacred name and family prayers.
Traditional benefits sought
Devotees traditionally seek clarity, protection, removal of obstacles, steadiness of mind, family peace and dhārmic support. The ritual is offered as spiritual sevā and not as a guaranteed material result.
Sanskrit / IAST terms
Nāmakaraṇa
Ritual note
The sevā is arranged with saṅkalpa, mantra, pūjā-dravya, naivedya, dakṣiṇā and completion update. Final vidhi may vary by sampradāya, tithi, place, priest guidance and family tradition.