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Karthiga
கார்த்திகா“The one born under the Krittika star”
Karthiga is the Tamil form of the Sanskrit name Karthika, derived from the Pleiades star cluster known as Krittika. In Hindu mythology, this star is associated with Lord Murugan, who was raised by the six Krittika sisters, making the name culturally significant in South India.
Pythagorean numerology 3 · The Creative — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as expressive, joyful, social and imaginative.
Mesh rashi · Aries — element Fire, ruled by Mars. Common naming sounds include A, La, Li, Lu and Le.
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