What origin is the name Karthikkeyan?

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

What are good brother names for Karthikkeyan?

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

What is the rashi of the name Karthikkeyan?

Karthikkeyan 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.

Karthikkeyan

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Karthikkeyan

Karthikkeyan

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Karthikkeyan is an Indian unisex name meaning "Son of Lord Shiva, Lord Kartikeya".

Parents who choose Karthikkeyan pick a unisex name from the Indian tradition, meaning "Son of Lord Shiva, Lord Kartikeya". 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, Lord Kartikeya

Popularity

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Quick answers about Karthikkeyan

What does Karthikkeyan mean?

Karthikkeyan is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "Son of Lord Shiva, Lord Kartikeya".

How popular is Karthikkeyan?

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Brother names that go with Karthikkeyan

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

4is the Chaldean number for Karthikkeyan.

Number 4 is linked with stability, hard work and loyalty.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Ka (का)
Rashi: Mithun (Gemini)
Nakshatra: Mrigashira, pada 3
Name number: 4

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 Karthikkeyan

Karthikkeyan means "Son of Lord Shiva, 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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