17 Jan 2040 is not considered favorable for naamkaran ceremony.
Today is not ideal for a naming ceremony. Consider selecting a more auspicious day for this sacred Samskara.
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18 Jan 204079/100 · Good
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Why this score
17 Jan 2040 scores 21/100 for Naamkaran — the Panchang reads as unfavourable for naamkaran ceremony. On this Tuesday, the lunar day is Chaturthi (Shukla Paksha), the Nakshatra is Shatabhisha, Yoga is Vyatipata, and Karana is Vanija. Together these elements shape whether tradition would green-light naamkaran ceremony right now.
Supporting signals: Waxing moon period (Shukla Paksha). Friction points: Unfavorable lunar day (Chaturthi); Challenging energy period (Vyatipata yoga). Rahu Kaal runs 3:00 PM–4:30 PM; most families avoid signing or finalising during that window. Abhijit Muhurat (11:36 AM–12:24 PM) is the most commonly used “safe” slot if you must proceed today.
If you can wait, the next stronger window is 18 Jan 2040 (score 79/100, Good). A common pattern: prepare paperwork on a Neutral/Avoid day, then close on a Good or Excellent date.
Positive Factors
- Waxing moon period (Shukla Paksha)
Negative Factors
- Unfavorable lunar day (Chaturthi)
- Challenging energy period (Vyatipata yoga)
- Less favorable day of the week
- Rahu Kaal active 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is on 17 Jan 2040 a good day for naamkaran ceremony?
- Score: 21/100 — Avoid. Waxing moon period (Shukla Paksha)
- What is the best time for naamkaran ceremony on 17 Jan 2040?
- The Abhijit Muhurat (11:36 AM – 12:24 PM) is considered the most auspicious time. Avoid Rahu Kaal (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM).
- What are the negative factors for naamkaran ceremony on 17 Jan 2040?
- Unfavorable lunar day (Chaturthi). Challenging energy period (Vyatipata yoga). Less favorable day of the week. Rahu Kaal active 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
- When is the next good day for naamkaran ceremony?
- 18 Jan 2040 scores 79/100 (Good).