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Kartik

KAR-tik

ˈkɑːrtɪk

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Kartik

Name meaning and origin

Origin
Sanskrit — referring to the Hindu god of war, son of Shiva.
Meaning
He who bestows courage and happiness.
Gender
male
Also spelled
Karthik, Karthikeya

Common mispronunciations

kar-TEEKKAR-tick

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