Kartikeya
Kartikeya is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Son of the Krittikas”.
| Meaning | Son of the Krittikas |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | कार्तिकेय |
| Pronunciation | KAAR-tih-kay-yuh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Kartikeya
Kartikeya means 'of the Krittikas', the six star-maidens of the Pleiades who nursed the infant god. He is the Hindu god of war and the son of Shiva and Parvati, commander of the gods' army. In South India he is worshipped as Murugan, also known as Skanda and Subrahmanya, and the month of Kartik is linked with him. Short forms such as Kartik are very popular.
Is Kartikeya a Hindu name?
Kartikeya is a major Hindu deity, the son of Shiva and Parvati and brother of Ganesha, especially revered as Murugan among Tamils.
How popular is Kartikeya?
Popular across India, with Karthikeyan common in Tamil Nadu.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kartikeya mean?
Kartikeya means 'Son of the Krittikas'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kartikeya a Hindu name?
Kartikeya is a major Hindu deity, the son of Shiva and Parvati and brother of Ganesha, especially revered as Murugan among Tamils.
How do you pronounce Kartikeya?
Kartikeya is pronounced KAAR-tih-kay-yuh.
Is Kartikeya a boy or girl name?
Kartikeya is usually a boy name.