Karthika
girl nameKarthika entered the US charts in 2009, peaked at #9109 in 2012, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2009–2025
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rank today
#9109
peak (2012)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #15242 |
| 2010s | #12328 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Karthika are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Karthika is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Karthika in 2025?
- Karthika is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Karthika most popular?
- Karthika peaked in 2012, reaching #9109 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Karthika with classmates?
- Karthika will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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