Will my child share the name Kartik with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 9 UK babies named Kartik per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Kartik in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Kartik becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Kartik is rising: up 2,168 places since 2020, to #2,440 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #1,952 in 2024.

Is Kartik a good choice for a distinctive name?

Kartik is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Kartik?

Notable people named Kartik include: Kartik Sharma, Murali Kartik and Kartik Kumar.

Is Kartik a popular baby name in the United States?

Kartik does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Kartik is a distinctive choice, ranked #2440 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Kartik in their class.

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About the Name Kartik

Kartik is currently at its most popular point on record, sitting at UK #1952. The name has climbed 2656 places in the last five years — a significant surge by any measure. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1999.

Kartik is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Kartik in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Kartik

Kartik Sharma — Kartik Sharma is an Indian cricketer, who plays as a wicket keeper.
Murali Kartik — Murali Kartik is an Indian cricket commentator and former cricketer who sporadically represented the national team from 2000 to 2007.
Kartik Kumar — Kartik Kumar is an Indian long-distance runner.

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