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Krithik

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Krittika Star Cluster"

Krithik is used in South India and relates to Krittika, a star cluster name associated with traditional Indian astronomy.

Themes:indiaastronomytraditional
CelestialCosmicUniqueRare

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Popularity History of Krithik

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#8035Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Krithik Nicknames

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Kriie
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Krit
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Krithik mean?
Krithik means "Krittika Star Cluster". Krithik is used in South India and relates to Krittika, a star cluster name associated with traditional Indian astronomy
What is the origin of Krithik?
Krithik is of Tamil origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Krithik?
According to the latest SSA data, Krithik is currently ranked #8035 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Krithik a boy name?
Krithik is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Krithik?
Popular nicknames for Krithik include Kriie, Krit. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Krithik?
There are many names similar to Krithik in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginTamil, Sanskrit
Syllables2
Length7 letters
US Rank#8035
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withK

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