Karthik
Karthik is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Tamil origin, meaning “Of the month Kartika; Murugan”.
| Meaning | Of the month Kartika; Murugan |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Tamil |
| Written as | கார்த்திக் |
| Pronunciation | KAAR-thik |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore |
Meaning and origin of Karthik
Karthik is the South Indian spelling of Kartik, from the Sanskrit Kartika, the autumn month named after the Krittika star cluster, the Pleiades. The 'th' reflects how Tamil, Telugu and Kannada render the sound. It is also a short form of Karthikeyan, the god Murugan. The name has been one of the most popular boys' names in South India for decades; cricketer Dinesh Karthik is one bearer.
Is Karthik a Hindu name?
Karthik is tied to Lord Murugan (Kartikeya), and in Tamil Nadu to the festival of Karthigai Deepam, when lamps are lit in the month of Karthigai.
How popular is Karthik?
Very common in South India and the Tamil diaspora.
Gifts with the name Karthik
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Spellings and variants of Karthik
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Karthik mean?
Karthik means 'Of the month Kartika; Murugan'. It is of Sanskrit, via Tamil origin.
Is Karthik a Hindu name?
Karthik is tied to Lord Murugan (Kartikeya), and in Tamil Nadu to the festival of Karthigai Deepam, when lamps are lit in the month of Karthigai.
How do you pronounce Karthik?
Karthik is pronounced KAAR-thik.
Is Karthik a boy or girl name?
Karthik is usually a boy name.