Kartikeya

Son of Shiva, god of war

GenderBoyOriginSanskritSay itkar-tik-AY-uhPopularityUncommon
Pronounced kar-tik-AY-uh

About the name Kartikeya

Kartikeya is the full formal name of the god of war and victory, son of Shiva and Parvati, celebrated for courage and leadership. It's a majestic, powerful name.

Bold and commanding, born to lead with courage and honor.

Fun fact

Kartikeya is worshipped as Murugan in Tamil Nadu and as Skanda in other parts of India.

Nicknames for Kartikeya

Kartik

Variations

KarthikKartik

Sibling name ideas

MeeraDivyaArjunPriya

Similar names

KarthikRelated to Kartikeya, god of warArjunBright or shiningGaneshLord of the people, remover of obstaclesSkandaGod of war, another name for KartikeyaAadiBeginning, first, foundationAakashSkyAaravPeacefulAarushFirst ray of the sun

Themes

WarriorStrongFaith
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