What origin is the name Karthikaeyan?

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

What are good brother names for Karthikaeyan?

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

What is the rashi of the name Karthikaeyan?

Karthikaeyan 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.

Karthikaeyan

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Karthikaeyan

Karthikaeyan

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Karthikaeyan is an Indian unisex name meaning "Refers to the son of Lord Shiva, also known as Lord Kartikeya. A traditional name honoring the Hindu deity of war and wisdom.".

Karthikaeyan is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Refers to the son of Lord Shiva, also known as Lord Kartikeya. A traditional name honoring the Hindu deity of war and wisdom.". 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

Refers to the son of Lord Shiva, also known as Lord Kartikeya. A traditional name honoring the Hindu deity of war and wisdom.

Popularity

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Quick answers about Karthikaeyan

What does Karthikaeyan mean?

Karthikaeyan is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Refers to the son of Lord Shiva, also known as Lord Kartikeya. A traditional name honoring the Hindu deity of war and wisdom.".

How popular is Karthikaeyan?

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Brother names that go with Karthikaeyan

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

3is the Chaldean number for Karthikaeyan.

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.

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