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Name numerology

Name numerology: what the numbers in your name say

Name numerology gives each letter a number and reads the total. This tool works out your name number in the Chaldean and Pythagorean systems, compares it with your birth number and destiny number, and suggests spelling adjustments that bring them into agreement if you want one.

The Chaldean system

The Chaldean method, the one most used in India, gives letters values from one to eight: A, I, J, Q and Y are 1; B, K and R are 2; C, G, L and S are 3; D, M and T are 4; E, H, N and X are 5; U, V and W are 6; O and Z are 7; F and P are 8. The number 9 is not assigned to any letter, because it is held sacred. The total is reduced to a single digit, while the compound number before reduction is also read.

Birth and destiny numbers

Your birth number is the day of the month you were born, reduced to one digit; someone born on the 23rd has birth number 5. Your destiny number is the whole birth date added and reduced. The name number is read alongside both.

Planets and numbers

In Indian numerology each number is ruled by a planet: 1 the Sun, 2 the Moon, 3 Jupiter, 4 Rahu, 5 Mercury, 6 Venus, 7 Ketu, 8 Saturn and 9 Mars. Numbers whose planets are friends, such as 1 and 3, sit well together; numbers whose planets are hostile can create friction.

Spelling changes

Some people add or double a letter to bring the name number into harmony with the birth number. The tool lists such variants and their totals. Any change is a personal choice; many people keep their name and simply understand it better.

Business and brand names

The same method can be used for a shop or company name. Owners often look for a total that agrees with their own birth number and avoids the compound numbers traditionally seen as difficult.

Reading the result

The result gives the number, its planet, the qualities it is linked with, and a note on how it sits with your birth and destiny numbers.

Check your name number

  1. Enter your name. As you usually write it.
  2. Add your birth date. For birth and destiny numbers.
  3. Read the match. See how the numbers agree and any suggested variants.

Frequently asked questions

Which system should I use?

Chaldean is the one most used in India; Pythagorean is common in the West. Both are shown.

Why is 9 not used in Chaldean?

It is considered sacred and complete, so no letter carries it.

What is a compound number?

The two-digit total before reducing to one digit, which has its own meaning.

Should I use my full name?

Use the name you use most, the one on your work and documents.

What is my birth number?

The day of the month you were born, reduced to one digit.

What is the destiny number?

The sum of your full birth date reduced to one digit.

Is changing spelling necessary?

No. It is optional, and many people keep their name.

Can I check a baby name?

Yes. Enter the name and birth date.

Can I check a business name?

Yes. Enter the name and the owner's birth date.

Do initials count?

Yes, if you use them as part of your name in daily life.

Which numbers are lucky?

It depends on your birth number; friendly numbers are shown for you.

What planet rules number 4?

Rahu.

Does numerology replace astrology?

No. It is a separate, simpler tradition often used alongside the chart.

Is the name number the same in Tamil script?

Numerology values are given for the Latin spelling, because that is how the systems were defined. The tool uses the spelling you enter.