Karthik Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAR-thik / ˈkɑːrθɪkSanskrit; Indian
Meaning
Sanskrit: Lord Krishna; Indian: One who is intelligent
Historical & Cultural Background
Karthik is a name derived from the Sanskrit word 'Kartik', which is associated with the Hindu god Kartikeya, the god of war and victory. The name is popular in India, particularly among Hindu communities. It is often celebrated during the festival of Kartik Purnima, which marks the full moon in the month of Kartik. The name reflects cultural reverence for deities and the significance of celestial events in Hindu tradition.
Trend Summary
Karthik has seen consistent popularity in India, particularly among Hindu families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kartik
- Karthikeyan
International Variants
- Kartik (Hindi)
- Karthik (Tamil)
Famous people named Karthik
Karthik Kumar is an Indian actor and stand-up comedian known for his work in Tamil cinema.
Karthik Subbaraj is an Indian film director and writer recognized for his contributions to Tamil films.
Karthik Jayaram is an Indian actor known for his roles in Kannada and Telugu television series.
Karthik Nair is an Indian cricketer who has played in various domestic leagues.
Fictional characters named Karthik
Karthik is a character in the Indian film 'Karthik Calling Karthik', where he navigates a psychological journey.
Karthik is a character in the Tamil film 'Karthikeya', who embarks on a quest involving ancient mysteries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karthik was first seen in the United States in 1977. Karthik has ranked as high as #1273 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Karthik has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Karthik (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 41 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 52 |
| 2003 | 45 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 57 |
| 2007 | 62 |
| 2008 | 57 |
| 2009 | 56 |
| 2010 | 79 |
| 2011 | 59 |
| 2012 | 69 |
| 2013 | 64 |
| 2014 | 63 |
| 2015 | 56 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 18 |