Karthik
Karthik is a boys' name of Hindi origin meaning “bestowing courage, star of Pleiades.” Karthik derives from Kartikeya, the Hindu god of war and commander of the divine army, son of Shiva and Parvati.
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how do you pronounce Karthik?
KAR-thik
where does the name Karthik come from?
Karthik is linked with the Hindu god Kartikeya and with the Krittika star cluster, the Pleiades.
The name also refers to the Hindu month of Kartik (October-November) and the Krittika star cluster (Pleiades), tying it to cosmic cycles and celestial navigation.
who are famous people named Karthik?
- Karthik (Indian playback singer)
- Dinesh Karthik (Indian international cricketer)
what are the nicknames and variants of Karthik?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Karthik?
what names go well with Karthik?
Sibling names that share Karthik's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Karthik
What does the name Karthik mean?
Karthik means “bestowing courage, star of Pleiades”.
What is the origin of the name Karthik?
Karthik comes from the Hindi naming tradition. Related forms include Kartik.
How popular is the name Karthik?
Karthik has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Karthik a boy or girl name?
Karthik is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Karthik?
Karthik is pronounced KAR-thik, with 2 syllables.
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