Tula Rashi (तुला राशि), Libra in Western astrology, is the seventh zodiac sign. Ruled by Venus (Shukra), it is an Air sign with a Cardinal quality — embodying balance, justice, partnership, and aesthetic refinement. Tula is the sign of the scales, symbolising dharmic equilibrium. Children born under Tula possess a natural sense of fairness, diplomatic skill, and an eye for beauty in all its forms.
Starting Letters
R (र), T (त)
From Chitra (Padas 3-4), Swati (all Padas), and Vishakha (Padas 1-3).
Nakshatras
1. Chitra (चित्रा) — Padas 3-4
- Syllables: Ra (रा), Ri (री)
- Deity: Vishwakarma (divine architect)
- Planet: Mars
- Qualities: Creative brilliance, architectural vision, artistic mastery
2. Swati (स्वाती) — All 4 Padas
- Syllables: Ru (रू), Re (रे), Ro (रो), Ta (ता)
- Deity: Vayu (wind god)
- Planet: Rahu
- Qualities: Independence, flexibility, self-driven growth, like a coral tree that grows alone
Swati is the "self-going star" — symbolising independent growth. Children born under Swati are remarkably self-sufficient and possess a rare ability to adapt and thrive in any environment, like a plant that bends with the wind but never breaks.
3. Vishakha (विशाखा) — Padas 1-3
- Syllables: Ti (ती), Tu (तू), Te (ते)
- Deity: Indra-Agni (dual deity of power and fire)
- Planet: Jupiter
- Qualities: Determination, goal-oriented, triumph after persistence
Boy Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Reyansh (रेयांश) | Ray of light, part of Lord Vishnu |
| Rian (रियन) | Little king, noble |
| Rudra (रुद्र) | Lord Shiva, the roarer, fierce protector |
| Ronit (रोनित) | Brilliant, song of joy |
| Rishit (ऋषित) | Best, noble, saintly |
| Ruhan (रूहान) | Spiritual, ascending soul |
| Raghav (राघव) | Descendant of Raghu, Lord Rama |
| Ritvik (ऋत्विक) | Priest, one who performs rituals |
| Ranveer (रणवीर) | Hero of battle, brave warrior |
| Tanay (तनय) | Son, offspring |
| Tushar (तुषार) | Snow, winter frost |
| Rachit (रचित) | Created, composed, designed |
| Tejpal (तेजपाल) | Protector of brilliance |
| Rishabh (ऋषभ) | Superior, bull, first note of music |
| Raghuvir (रघुवीर) | Brave descendant of Raghu (Lord Rama) |
Girl Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Riya (रिया) | Singer, graceful, gem |
| Radhya (राध्या) | Worshipped, to be adored |
| Tiya (टिया) | Bird, parrot, beautiful |
| Rishika (ऋषिका) | Saintly, pure, devoted |
| Raahi (राही) | Traveler, explorer |
| Reva (रेवा) | River Narmada, one who moves |
| Ritika (रितिका) | Of the stream, flowing |
| Tara (तारा) | Star, protector goddess |
| Roshni (रोशनी) | Light, illumination |
| Tanisha (तनीषा) | Ambition, fairy queen |
| Ruhi (रूही) | Soul, spirit, melody |
| Ridhi (ऋद्धि) | Prosperity, good fortune |
| Tamanna (तमन्ना) | Wish, desire, aspiration |
| Renuka (रेणुका) | Mother of Parashurama, born of dust |
| Trishala (त्रिशला) | Trident; mother of Lord Mahavir |
Spiritual Significance
The scales of Tula represent the cosmic balance of dharma. In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna speaks of samatva — equanimity — as the highest yoga. Tula children, when named with the correct syllable, embody this divine balance. Venus's rulership ensures that their path is graced with beauty, love, and artistic sensibility, while the Air element gives them the social intelligence to create harmony in every relationship and community they enter.