The Naamkaran Ceremony is a sacred Hindu ritual performed to formally name a newborn child. It is usually held on the 11th or 12th day after birth, though some families may choose an auspicious date later. The ceremony involves chanting mantras, invoking blessings of deities, and whispering the chosen name into the child’s ear. Relatives and friends gather to celebrate, offering prayers for the child’s health, prosperity, and long life.