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What does the name Karthikeya mean? What is the meaning of the name Karthikeya
Meaning of Karthikeya: Name Karthikeya in the Indian origin, means Name of older son of Lord Shiva; One of many names of Lord Muruga; God of War; Bestower of Happiness. Name Karthikeya is of Indian origin and is a Boy name. People with name Karthikeya are usually Hindu by religion.
Meaning
Name of older son of Lord Shiva; One of many names of Lord Muruga; God of War; Bestower of Happiness
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1 word with 10 characters
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K-A-R-T-H-I-K-E-Y-A
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Pythagorean Numerology
1
Indian Vedic Numerology
9
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Mrigshirsha Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra for Karthikeya is Mrigshirsha. The name Karthikeya is associated with the deity Soma (Moon God), and is ruled by the Mars. The symbol for Karthikeya is Antelope's head, and it is characterized by Searching, Restless. This name is connected to the element Water and embodies the Adventurous, Curious.| name | Mrigashīrsha |
| Deity | Soma (Moon God) |
| Ruling Planet | Mars |
| Symbol | Antelope's head |
| Primary Quality | Searching, Restless |
| Element | Water |
| Nature | Adventurous, Curious |
Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology) - 1
Baby Name Karthikeya Numerology: Name Karthikeya has a number value of 1 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
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Syllables in Karthikeya Name
How many syllables in baby name Karthikeya? Karthikeya has 3 syllables. The name "Karthikeya" can be divided into 3 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Karthikeya? | 4 (kar - thikeya) |
| Numbers of characters: | 10 |
| Unique letters: | 8 (k, a, r, t, h, i, e, y) |
| Karthikeya backwards: | ayekihtrak |
| Karthikeya sorted alphabetically: | aaehikkrty |
Name Karthikeya is combinations of, 2 occurances of K, 2 occurances of A, 1 occurance of R, 1 occurance of T, 1 occurance of H, 1 occurance of I, 1 occurance of E, 1 occurance of Y.
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Karthikeya's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Karthikeya on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Karthikeya! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Karthikeya, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Karthikeya! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Karthikeya
What is the meaning of Karthikeya?
Name Karthikeya means Name of older son of Lord Shiva; One of many names of Lord Muruga; God of War; Bestower of Happiness as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Karthikeya Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Karthikeya?
Name Karthikeya has numerology 9 as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Karthikeya?
The lucky number of name Karthikeya is 9 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Karthikeya name?
The name Karthikeya has 10 letters. The name Karthikeya consists of 1 word with 10 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Karthikeya?
Name Karthikeya belongs to Mrigshirsha nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Karthikeya come from?
Karthikeya is a Indian name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Karthikeya?
The name Karthikeya is of Indian origin and is used within Hindu communities.
What does Karthikeya mean?
Name Karthikeya means Name of older son of Lord Shiva; One of many names of Lord Muruga; God of War; Bestower of Happiness as per The ParentZ
What does the name Karthikeya mean?
Karthikeya is of Indian origin and means Name of older son of Lord Shiva; One of many names of Lord Muruga; God of War; Bestower of Happiness as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Karthikeya?
Karthikeya means Name of older son of Lord Shiva; One of many names of Lord Muruga; God of War; Bestower of Happiness and is a Indian name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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