Karthik
boy name#4857 in 2025Karthik entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #1834 in 2010, ranks #4857 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
#4857
rank today
#1834
peak (2010)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #4632 |
| 1990s | #3481 |
| 2000s | #2312 |
| 2010s | #2413 |
| 2020s | #4521 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Karthik has been most popular in CA, TX, NC.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Karthik are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Karthik alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Karthik in 2025?
- Karthik ranks #4857 among US boy names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Karthik most popular?
- Karthik peaked in 2010, reaching #1834 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Karthik with classmates?
- Karthik will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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