Karthik
Karthik is a boy's name of Indian origin.
Meaning
Bestower of happiness; named after the deity Kartikeya or the month of Kartik.
Origin and history
Karthik is a given name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the Hindu deity Kartikeya. It is widely used across South India and among the Indian diaspora. In the United States, it has been used consistently as a masculine given name, reflecting the cultural heritage of Indian American families.
Popularity in the United States
1,495 babies in the United States have been named Karthik since 1880. It ranks #3242 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1790.
States where it is most popular
- CA (46.9 %)
- TX (25.4 %)
- NJ (13.7 %)
- NY (3.3 %)
- IL (2.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 71 |
| 1990-2000 | 221 |
| 2000-2010 | 500 |
| 2010-2019 | 561 |
| 2020-2029 | 137 |
Famous people named Karthik
- Karthik: singer, composer
- Karthik Sivakumar: actor
Fun facts
- The name refers to Kartikeya, the commander of the gods and son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
- Karthik is also named after the auspicious eighth month of the Hindu lunar calendar, Kartika.