Kartikeya
pronounced /Ka-rti-ke-ya/
From Sanskrit कृत्तिका (krittika), the name for the constellation of the Pleiades, ultimately from कृत् (krit) meaning to cut, to divide. This is another name for the Hindu god Skanda.
About the name
Kartikeya is a traditional Hinduism boy name meaning 'From Sanskrit कृत्तिका (krittika), the name for the constellation of the Pleiades, ultimately from कृत् (krit) meaning to cut, to divide. This is another name for the Hindu god Skanda'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kartikeya
- What is the meaning of the name Kartikeya?
- Kartikeya means "From Sanskrit कृत्तिका (krittika), the name for the constellation of the Pleiades, ultimately from कृत् (krit) meaning to cut, to divide. This is another name for the Hindu god Skanda.". It is a traditional boy name of Hinduism origin.
- What is the Rashi (zodiac sign) for Kartikeya?
- The Rashi (zodiac sign) for Kartikeya is Mithuna.
- What is the Nakshatra and Pada for Kartikeya?
- The Nakshatra for Kartikeya is Mrigashira.
- How is Kartikeya written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): कर्तिकेय · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): કર્તિકેય
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