Kartikeya
boy name#6446 in 2025Kartikeya entered the US charts in 2006, peaked at #6446 in 2025, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2006–2025
#6446
rank today
#6446
peak (2025)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #9585 |
| 2010s | #10266 |
| 2020s | #9595 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Kartikeya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kartikeya is a kid of about 7 — 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 Kartikeya in 2025?
- Kartikeya ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kartikeya most popular?
- Kartikeya peaked in 2025, reaching #6446 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kartikeya with classmates?
- Kartikeya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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