Kartiki
Kartiki is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Of the month Kartika; full moon of Kartik”.
| Meaning | Of the month Kartika; full moon of Kartik |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | कार्तिकी |
| Pronunciation | KAAR-ti-kee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Kartiki
Kartiki is the feminine form related to Kartika, the holy autumn month. In Sanskrit kartiki also means the full-moon day of that month, celebrated as Kartik Purnima. In Maharashtra, Kartiki Ekadashi is one of the two great days of pilgrimage to the Vithoba temple at Pandharpur. The name is used mostly in Maharashtra and north India; documentary filmmaker Kartiki Gonsalves is one bearer.
Is Kartiki a Hindu name?
Kartiki is linked with the sacred month of Kartika and its festivals, especially Kartiki Ekadashi in the Varkari tradition of Vithoba devotion.
How popular is Kartiki?
An uncommon but recognisable name, especially among Marathi families.
Gifts with the name Kartiki
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Spellings and variants of Kartiki
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kartiki mean?
Kartiki means 'Of the month Kartika; full moon of Kartik'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kartiki a Hindu name?
Kartiki is linked with the sacred month of Kartika and its festivals, especially Kartiki Ekadashi in the Varkari tradition of Vithoba devotion.
How do you pronounce Kartiki?
Kartiki is pronounced KAAR-ti-kee.
Is Kartiki a boy or girl name?
Kartiki is usually a girl name.