What origin is the name Kartikeyn?

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

What are good brother names for Kartikeyn?

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

What is the rashi of the name Kartikeyn?

Kartikeyn 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.

Kartikeyn

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Kartikeyn

Kartikeyn

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Kartikeyn is an Indian unisex name meaning "The God of war, Lord Karthikeya".

Kartikeyn is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "The God of war, Lord Karthikeya". 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

The God of war, Lord Karthikeya

Popularity

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Quick answers about Kartikeyn

What does Kartikeyn mean?

Kartikeyn is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "The God of war, Lord Karthikeya".

How popular is Kartikeyn?

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Brother names that go with Kartikeyn

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Kartikeyn.

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.