Bestower of courage; associated with the Hindu god of war
Karthik is a name of Sanskrit origin, primarily used in India. It is derived from the name of the Hindu deity Kartikeya, the god of war and victory, who is also the son of Shiva and Parvati. The name is traditionally associated with the month of Kartika in the Hindu calendar.
About 20 boys were named Karthik in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Popular Indian film actor known mononymously as Karthi
Indian playback singer and composer
2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee champion
Acclaimed Indian film director and screenwriter
