Baby name · Hindu · Sanskrit
Kartik
कार्तिक“One who bestows courage; also refers to the Hindu lunar month.”
Kartik is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Krttika', referring to the Pleiades star cluster. It is deeply significant in Hinduism as the name of Lord Kartikeya, the god of war, and signifies the auspicious lunar month associated with festivals like Diwali and Kartik Purnima.
Kartik in Indian languages
Pythagorean numerology 7 · The Seeker — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as thoughtful, spiritual, analytical and wise.
Mithun rashi · Gemini — element Air, ruled by Mercury. Common naming sounds include Ka, Ki, Ku, Gha, Chha and Ke.
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Last reviewed 3 Aug 2026
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AI evidence (gemini-3.6-flash, confidence 0.95): Derived from Krittika star cluster, associated with Lord Kartikeya and the Hindu month.
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