The Wolf Moon gets its name from the howling of hungry wolves in winter. In India, Paush Purnima is associated with the harvest season and marks the beginning of the month-long auspicious period of Magha.

The Snow Moon is named after the heavy snowfall typical in February. Magha Purnima is an important day for spiritual bathing and charity in Sanatan.

The Worm Moon signifies the awakening of earthworms as the ground thaws. Phalguna Purnima is celebrated as Holi in India, the festival of colors.

The Pink Moon is named after the early spring flowers. Chaitra Purnima marks the beginning of the Hindu lunar year and is associated with Hanuman Jayanti.

The Flower Moon represents the abundance of flowers in May. Vaishakha Purnima is celebrated as Buddha Purnima, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha.

The Strawberry Moon coincides with the strawberry harvesting season. Jyeshtha Purnima is associated with the worship of Goddess Lakshmi in some parts of India.

The Buck Moon is named after the new antlers that emerge on male deer. Ashadha Purnima is celebrated as Guru Purnima, honoring spiritual and academic teachers.

The Sturgeon Moon is named after the abundance of sturgeon fish during this time. Shravana Purnima is celebrated as Raksha Bandhan, a festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters.

The Harvest Moon is the full moon closest to the autumnal equinox. Bhadrapada Purnima is associated with the worship of Lord Vishnu and the start of the Pitru Paksha period.

The Hunter's Moon provided light for hunters to track prey. Ashwin Purnima is celebrated as Sharad Purnima, associated with the goddess Lakshmi and the harvest season.

The Beaver Moon is named after beavers building their winter dams. Kartik Purnima is an important festival in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, associated with various religious observances.