Compatibility by Moon sign

Cancer Moon and Leo Moon: compatibility

The Moon and the Sun, side by side: a Cancer Moon that nurtures and a Leo Moon that shines. They stand 2/12, a Bhakoot dosha the default rules cancel because the Moon and the Sun are friends; the nakshatra scores are on the low side.

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The 36 gunas for these two Moon signs

Kuta	Max	His Moon in Cancer, hers in Leo	His Moon in Leo, hers in Cancer
Varna	1	1	0
Vashya	2	2	2
Tara	3	1.5–3	1.5–3
Yoni	4	0–3	0–3
Graha maitri	5	5	5
Gana	6	0–6	0–6
Bhakoot	7	0	0
Nadi	8	0–8	0–8
Total	36	15.5–25.5	15.5–25.5
Combinations with 18+		40%	15%

Each Moon is placed in turn across every pada of its sign, and every combination is scored the way the bot scores a match. Varna, vashya, graha maitri and bhakoot follow the signs and barely move; tara, yoni, gana and nadi follow the nakshatras, which is why the totals are ranges.

Bhakoot: the Moons stand 2/12 from each other, which the classical table counts as Bhakoot dosha (0 of 7). The sign lords, Moon and Sun, are mutual friends, and JyotiSoft's default rules cancel the dosha. That exception comes from later manuals, and not every school applies it.

This page shows the general picture for two Moon signs: one person in twelve shares each of these Moons. A real Kundli match needs both birth charts: the exact nakshatras, Mangal dosha, the 7th house and its lord, the navamsha and the running dashas. Two people with these Moons can land anywhere in the ranges above.

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Royal household

The Sun and the Moon are friends, and graha maitri is full: there is real affection here. Cancer cares for Leo and admires its warmth; Leo protects Cancer and makes it feel special. Both are loyal, family-minded and generous, and together they enjoy celebrations and children.

Where it rubs

Leo needs attention and praise; Cancer needs reassurance and closeness. When either feels neglected, Leo becomes proud and Cancer moody. Fewer than half of the nakshatra combinations reach 18, especially with the man's Moon in Leo, so the exact stars matter. The 2/12 relation classically touches money and family resources; the cancellation through the lords' friendship is a later convention, so a careful astrologer will look at the 2nd houses. In daily life: share credit and share the spotlight, and keep money talks calm.

Family pride

Both care deeply about family, in different ways: Cancer as care, Leo as pride. Children, celebrations and family traditions are often the joy of this couple. Disagreements about money tend to be about how much to spend on family, and a plan made in calm times helps.

Questions

Are Cancer and Leo Moons compatible?

The lords are friends and the 2/12 Bhakoot dosha is cancelled under the default rules, but the totals are modest. Check the exact nakshatras.

Do Cancer and Leo Moons share family values?

Yes, strongly: both are loyal and family-minded. They differ in style, with Cancer caring quietly and Leo celebrating loudly.

How many gunas do Cancer and Leo Moons score?

His Moon in Cancer, hers in Leo: 15.5–25.5 of 36. Reversed: 15.5–25.5. About 27% of nakshatra pairs reach 18; the calculator gives the exact figure.

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