There are twelve signs in Vedic astrology and each sign is called “rashi” in Sanskrit. The rashi is determined by the moon’s position at the time of birth. Some Vedic astrologers claim the moon sign describes a person’s state of emotions and potential personality traits. Singh, Sinnh or Simha corresponds to the sign of Leo.
Leo or Singh Rashi Personality Traits
Some born under Leo can be self-assured, dignified, generous, courageous, affectionate, proud and charming. Many Singh rashis are ambitious and possess a lot of energy enabling them to accomplish a great deal. Often talented, some even work in occupations related to acting and they can take the limelight on social occasions. A typical Singh is outspoken, and may even appear brash and offensive at time.
Many born under this sign possess a strong sense of style, and if not careful, they can be easily attracted to the rich and famous, becoming enamoured by material wealth and luxury.
Some enjoy sports, particularly activities that require a lot of strength and energy. A classic Singh rashi has a natural penchant for leadership and combined with their enthusiasm, ambition and determination to succeed they often do well in life. Ruled by the sun, many of this rashi are warm and kind yet they may think themselves to be indispensable and inflate their importance. In love many are considerate and woo their lover with style, taking them out and giving them many gifts. Compatible life partners are fire signs Mesh (Aries) and Dhan (Sagittarius), as well as fellow Leos.
Singh Rashi Baby Names
Names beginning with “M,” “Taa,” “Tee” and “Too” are suggested for Singh rashi’s. The following names are suggested for this sign:
- “Mani” is a masculine name that means "jewel" in Sanskrit. Than name appeared in eighties Bollywood films featuring a plot related to serpents (most famous one being Nagina). A mani is said to be guarded by certain snakes and the name is mentioned in the Mahabharata. The name is common in Punjab, and South India.
- “Manju” is a classic female Gujarati name derived from the Sanskrit word meaning "pleasing" and "beautiful." Other languages in India have slightly alternative meanings; for example, in Kannada, "Manju" means "fog," while in Tamil, it means "clouds."
- “Meera” means "ocean" in Sanskrit, and the name was made famous by the sixteenth century Indian princess who devoted her life to Krishna.
- “Mohan” is a traditional male name and comes from Sanskrit term meaning "attractive and charming." This is one of the names of Krishna.
- “Tara” means "star" in Sanskrit and is also the name of one of the Dasa Mahavidyas (ten manifestations) of the Goddess Parvati.
The rashi can help to determine a child’s potential personality traits, and there are many classic and meaningful baby names for those born under the sign of Singh.
As parents will not know the rashi until the birth of the baby, it is helpful to have names from each sign on-hand when the child is born.
Read Indian Baby Girl Names by Rashi, Indian Baby Boy Names by Rashi and Hare Krishna Devotee Spiritual Baby Names for more information.
Sources:
GaneshaSpeaks.com All About Leo (Accessed July 27, 2010).
Pitarau.com Baby Names by Rashi (Accessed July 17, 2010).
Vedic.Indastro.com The Signs (Accessed July 23, 2010).
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