Kartikeya Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkar-TIK-ay-uh / kɑːrˈtɪk.eɪ.əSanskrit; Hindu
Meaning
Sanskrit: Son of Kartik; Hindu: God of War
Historical & Cultural Background
Kartikeya is a significant figure in Hindu mythology, known as the god of war and victory. He is often depicted as a youthful warrior riding a peacock. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Kartik', which refers to the month of Kartika in the Hindu calendar. Kartikeya is also associated with the constellation known as the Pleiades.
Trend Summary
The name Kartikeya has seen moderate popularity in India, particularly among Hindu families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kartik
- Kartikay
- Kartikeya
International Variants
- Kartik (Indian)
- Kartikeya (Indian)
Famous people named Kartikeya
Kartikeya Sharma is an Indian entrepreneur known for his work in media and entertainment.
Kartikeya Sinha is a notable Indian actor recognized for his performances in regional cinema.
Kartikeya Gummakonda is an Indian film actor known for his roles in Telugu films.
Kartikeya Pandian is a prominent Indian cricketer who has played in various domestic leagues.
Fictional characters named Kartikeya
Kartikeya appears in the Indian epic Mahabharata as a divine warrior.
Kartikeya is featured in various adaptations of Hindu mythology, often depicted as a protector of dharma.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kartikeya was first seen in the United States in 2006. Kartikeya has ranked as high as #1414 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kartikeya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kartikeya
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |