Cancer and Leo Compatibility: Guna Milan Score 13–14/15, Love & Marriage
Cancer and Leo Compatibility at a Glance
When the Moon is in Cancer (Kark rashi, ruled by Moon) for one partner and in Leo (Singh rashi, ruled by Sun) for the other, the four rashi-based kootas of Ashtakoot Guna Milan score 13–14 out of 15 — a strong base for marriage. A Bhakoot dosha forms, but the sign lords cancel it.
These scores use the Moon sign (rashi), not the Western Sun sign. The remaining 21 of the 36 gunas depend on each partner's nakshatra, so a full Kundli Milan with both birth details is always the final word.
Cancer–Leo Guna Milan: the Rashi Kootas
Only Varna depends on who is the groom — that is why two columns are shown.
| Koota | What it measures | Out of | Cancer groom | Leo groom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varna | Spiritual outlook — Cancer is Shudra, Leo is Kshatriya | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Vashya | Mutual attraction — Cancer is Jalachara (water), Leo is Vanachara (wild) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Graha Maitri | Friendship of the sign lords — Moon and Sun | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Bhakoot | Moon-sign distance: 2/12 — Dwirdwadash | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Rashi total | 15 | 13 | 14 |
Maximum possible from these four kootas: 15. The scores above are calculated with the same rules as the Astroly Kundli Milan tool.
Bhakoot: Cancer and Leo Moon-Sign Distance
Leo is the 2nd sign from Cancer, which forms the 2/12 — Dwirdwadash (द्विर्द्वादश) placement. The signs are next to each other. Classical texts link the 2/12 placement to friction over money, spending and family expectations, which is why Bhakoot scores it 0 unless the rashi lords rescue it. Here the dosha is cancelled — the rashi lords (Moon and Sun) are mutual friends. so the full 7 points are restored — exactly as the Astroly Milan calculator scores it.
Graha Maitri: Moon and Sun
Cancer is ruled by Moon and Leo by Sun. In classical planetary friendship these lords are friends (or the same planet), giving 5 of 5 points. Graha Maitri is read as mental compatibility — how easily the two agree, argue and make up.
Cancer and Leo in Love
In love, Cancer is tender and loyal while Leo is warm and dramatic. Fire and Water are the steamiest mix: strong attraction, strong reactions. It works when Fire learns gentleness and Water says what it needs.
Cancer is a Water sign and Leo a Fire sign; the Moon in each shows what makes that partner feel safe, which is why rashi matching is used for marriage in India rather than Sun signs.
Cancer and Leo Marriage Compatibility
Cardinal starts, Fixed sustains. A productive split — as long as the Cardinal partner does not rush the Fixed one. Cancer brings empathy and loyalty, Leo brings leadership and warmth.
Areas to manage: Cancer's moodiness and Leo's ego. Couples with this pairing usually do best when they agree early on roles, money and family expectations.
Strengths of This Match
- Cancer brings empathy
- Cancer brings loyalty
- Leo brings leadership
- Leo brings warmth
Challenges to Watch
- Cancer: moodiness
- Leo: ego
- Bhakoot dosha (2/12 — Dwirdwadash) — cancelled by the sign lords
What the Rashi Score Does Not Cover
- Tara (3) — birth-star harmony
- Yoni (4) — physical and intimate compatibility
- Gana (6) — temperament: Deva, Manushya or Rakshasa
- Nadi (8) — the most heavily weighted koota; Nadi dosha is checked before any marriage
Two Cancer–Leo couples can end up anywhere from about 13 to 35 out of 36 depending on their nakshatras. Mangal (Manglik) dosha is also checked separately.
Final Verdict
Cancer and Leo score 13–14/15 on the rashi kootas — a strong match at sign level. Fire and Water are the steamiest mix: strong attraction, strong reactions. For a marriage decision, enter both birth dates, times and places in the free Kundli Milan calculator to get the full 36-guna score with Nadi and Mangal dosha.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guna milan score of Cancer and Leo?
From the Moon signs alone, Cancer and Leo score 13–14 out of 15 on Varna, Vashya, Graha Maitri and Bhakoot. The full score out of 36 needs both nakshatras.
Is there Bhakoot dosha between Cancer and Leo?
Yes — they form the 2/12 — Dwirdwadash placement. It is cancelled — the rashi lords (Moon and Sun) are mutual friends.
Can a Cancer (Kark) boy marry a Leo (Singh) girl?
Yes. With the Cancer groom the rashi kootas score 13/15 (with a Leo groom it is 14/15). Check Nadi and Mangal dosha in a full Kundli Milan before deciding.
Is Cancer and Leo a good match for love marriage?
At sign level it is a strong match. Fire and Water are the steamiest mix: strong attraction, strong reactions.
How do I check Cancer and Leo kundli matching for free?
Use the Astroly Kundli Milan calculator: enter both birth dates, times and places to get all 8 kootas and the 36-guna total.