What origin is the name Karthiban?

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

What are good brother names for Karthiban?

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

What is the rashi of the name Karthiban?

Karthiban 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.

Karthiban

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Karthiban

Karthiban

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Karthiban is an Indian unisex name meaning "Devotee of Lord Kartikeya".

Parents who choose Karthiban pick a unisex name from the Indian tradition, meaning "Devotee of Lord Kartikeya". At 9 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

Devotee of Lord Kartikeya

Popularity

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Quick answers about Karthiban

What does Karthiban mean?

Karthiban is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Devotee of Lord Kartikeya".

How popular is Karthiban?

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Brother names that go with Karthiban

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Karthiban.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Ka (का)
Rashi: Mithun (Gemini)
Nakshatra: Mrigashira, pada 3
Name number: 5

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.