What origin is the name Karthikraj?

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

What are good brother names for Karthikraj?

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

What is the rashi of the name Karthikraj?

Karthikraj 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.

Karthikraj

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Karthikraj

Karthikraj

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Karthikraj is an Indian unisex name meaning "King devoted to Lord Kartikeya".

With Indian roots, Karthikraj is a unisex name that means "King devoted to Lord Kartikeya". At 10 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

King devoted to Lord Kartikeya

Popularity

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Quick answers about Karthikraj

What does Karthikraj mean?

Karthikraj is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "King devoted to Lord Kartikeya".

How popular is Karthikraj?

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Brother names that go with Karthikraj

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

3is the Chaldean number for Karthikraj.

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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Names with a similar meaning to Karthikraj

Karthikraj means "King devoted to Lord Kartikeya" — these names share that spirit.

Abigail — "Abigail comes from the Hebrew Avigayil, meaning 'my father's joy'. She is a wife of King David in the Bible." (Hebrew)
David — "David comes from the Hebrew Dawid, meaning 'beloved'. David is the shepherd who became king of Israel." (Hebrew)
Nathan — "Nathan comes from the Hebrew, meaning 'he gave'. Nathan is a prophet in the time of King David." (Hebrew)
Jonathan — "Jonathan comes from the Hebrew Yehonatan, meaning 'God has given'. In the Bible he is King David's loyal friend." (Hebrew)