What origin is the name Kaarthikan?

Kaarthikan comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Kaarthikan?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Kaarthikan — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Kaarthikan?

Kaarthikan starts with the syllable “Ka” (का), which traditionally belongs to Mrigashira nakshatra, pada 3, in Mithun rashi (Gemini). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Kaarthikan

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Kaarthikan

Kaarthikan

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Kaarthikan is an Indian unisex name meaning "Son of Lord Shiva".

Parents who choose Kaarthikan pick a unisex name from the Indian tradition, meaning "Son of Lord Shiva". At 10 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Son of Lord Shiva

Popularity

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Quick answers about Kaarthikan

What does Kaarthikan mean?

Kaarthikan is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Son of Lord Shiva".

How popular is Kaarthikan?

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Brother names that go with Kaarthikan

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

How to say Kaarthikan

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Name numerology

6is the Chaldean number for Kaarthikan.

Number 6 is linked with care, family and responsibility.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Ka (का)
Rashi: Mithun (Gemini)
Nakshatra: Mrigashira, pada 3
Name number: 6

By tradition, names starting with “Ka” suit babies born in Mrigashira nakshatra (pada 3), which falls in Mithun rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.