Hindu boy name · Sanskrit origin

Kartik

“A traditional name associated with the Hindu god Kartikeya”

About the name Kartik

Meaning
A traditional name associated with the Hindu god Kartikeya
Origin
Sanskrit
Gender
Boy
Religion
Hindu
Starts with
K
Name number
7

Numerology of Kartik

Thinker: thoughtful, wise and a seeker of answers.

Worked out from the letters of the name (Pythagorean method). It is a tradition, for fun, and not science.

Nakshatra for Kartik

Mrigashira

Naming syllable “Ka” · ruled by Mars

Pada 1234
Moon signMithuna (Gemini)
DeitySoma, the moon deity
SymbolA deer's head

Curious, gentle and always searching. Described as a lover of travel, learning and new ideas.

All Mrigashira names
Kartik starts with a traditional naming syllable of this nakshatra, so it suits a baby born in it. The traits are the general traditional description of the nakshatra, the same for every name, and not a prediction about any child.

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Questions about Kartik

What does the name Kartik mean?

Kartik means "A traditional name associated with the Hindu god Kartikeya" and comes from Sanskrit.

Is Kartik a boy or a girl name?

Kartik is used as a boy name, mostly in Hindu families.

Which nakshatra does the name Kartik match?

The name Kartik starts with the syllable "Ka", which is a naming syllable of Mrigashira nakshatra (pada 3). This is the traditional way to choose a name for a baby born in that nakshatra.

What is the numerology number of Kartik?

By Pythagorean numerology the name Kartik adds up to 7. Thinker: thoughtful, wise and a seeker of answers. Numerology is a tradition and not science.

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