Karthika
Karthika is a girl baby name. Ranked #26,466 in the US, popular nicknames include Kar, Kay, and Karie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Karthika first appeared in US Social Security records in 2009.
Over 85 babies have been named Karthika in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karthika is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,466 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #26,466
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Nicknames
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About the Name Karthika
Karthika is a girl name .
Karthika is currently ranked #26,466 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karthika include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Kartie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karthika include Karter . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis