What origin is the name Karthica?

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

What are good brother names for Karthica?

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

What is the rashi of the name Karthica?

Karthica 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.

Karthica

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Karthica

Karthica

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Karthica is an Indian unisex name meaning "Related to Lord Kartikeya".

The meaning of Karthica is "Related to Lord Kartikeya" — a unisex name of Indian origin. At 8 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

Related to Lord Kartikeya

Popularity

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Quick answers about Karthica

What does Karthica mean?

Karthica is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Related to Lord Kartikeya".

How popular is Karthica?

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Brother names that go with Karthica

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

1is the Chaldean number for Karthica.

Number 1 is linked with leadership, independence and new beginnings.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Ka (का)
Rashi: Mithun (Gemini)
Nakshatra: Mrigashira, pada 3
Name number: 1

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.

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Names with a similar meaning to Karthica

Karthica means "Related to Lord Kartikeya" — these names share that spirit.

Elijah — "A prophet whose name means 'The Lord is my God', representing strong faith and divine protection." (Hebrew)
Matthew — "A gift of the Lord, based on the biblical apostle who recorded the life of Jesus." (Hebrew)

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