Karthikeya
boy name#3450 in 2025Karthikeya entered the US charts in 2004, peaked at #2993 in 2016, ranks #3450 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2004–2025
#3450
rank today
#2993
peak (2016)
33
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #9997 |
| 2010s | #5092 |
| 2020s | #4810 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Karthikeya has been most popular in TX, CA, NJ.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Karthikeya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Karthikeya is a kid of about 8 — 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 Karthikeya in 2025?
- Karthikeya ranks #3450 among US boy names in 2025, with 33 babies given the name.
- When was the name Karthikeya most popular?
- Karthikeya peaked in 2016, reaching #2993 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Karthikeya with classmates?
- Karthikeya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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