What origin is the name Kaarthikeyan?

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

What are good brother names for Kaarthikeyan?

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

What is the rashi of the name Kaarthikeyan?

Kaarthikeyan 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.

Kaarthikeyan

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Kaarthikeyan

Kaarthikeyan

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Kaarthikeyan is an Indian unisex name meaning "Son of Lord Shiva; god of war".

Parents who choose Kaarthikeyan pick a unisex name from the Indian tradition, meaning "Son of Lord Shiva; god of war". At 12 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; god of war

Popularity

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Quick answers about Kaarthikeyan

What does Kaarthikeyan mean?

Kaarthikeyan is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Son of Lord Shiva; god of war".

How popular is Kaarthikeyan?

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Brother names that go with Kaarthikeyan

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

3is the Chaldean number for Kaarthikeyan.

Number 3 is linked with creativity, joy and self-expression.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

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

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.