Kartika

girlIndonesian, from Sanskrit kṛttikā

Kartika is a Muslim girl name meaning “Star; the Pleiades”.

MeaningStar; the Pleiades
GenderGirl
OriginIndonesian, from Sanskrit kṛttikā
Pronunciationkar-TEE-kah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Kartika

Kartika comes from Sanskrit kṛttikā, the name of the Pleiades star cluster, and in Indonesian it is a poetic word for a star. It suggests brightness and guidance. The word appears in the motto of the Indonesian Army, Kartika Eka Paksi, and the name is often combined as Kartika Sari or Dewi Kartika.

Is Kartika a Muslim name?

Kartika is an Indonesian name of Sanskrit origin, not an Islamic one, but it is used by Indonesian Muslim families and means star, like the Arabic Najma.

Where is the name Kartika used?

Common in Indonesia.

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Spellings and variants of Kartika

Kartikasari

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kartika mean?

Kartika means 'Star; the Pleiades'. It comes from Indonesian, from Sanskrit kṛttikā.

Is Kartika a Muslim name?

Kartika is an Indonesian name of Sanskrit origin, not an Islamic one, but it is used by Indonesian Muslim families and means star, like the Arabic Najma.

How do you pronounce Kartika?

Kartika is pronounced kar-TEE-kah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.