Meaning of Kritika

Pronunciation: Kritika is pronounced KRI-ti-kaa

Written as: कृतिका (Devanagari)

About the Name Kritika

Kritika is a girl name with roots in Sanskrit culture. The Krittika star cluster, the Pleiades.

In Hindu tradition, Kritika is associated with the Mithuna rashi.

The numerology number for Kritika is 4, reflecting the personality traits and characteristics associated with this name.

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Origin / Religionsanskrit
Gendergirl
StyleClassic
PopularityUncommon name in India (2025)

Details

Origin : sanskrit

Gender : girl

Nakshatra : Mrigashira

Rashi : Mithuna

Numerology : 4

Syllables : 3

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Etymology of Kritika

From Sanskrit 'krittika', the name of the Pleiades star cluster. In Hindu myth the six Krittikas were the nurses who raised the war god Kartikeya, whose name comes from them. The spelling Kritika is the everyday Hindi form of the name.

Variants and related forms of Kritika

Notable people named Kritika

  • Kritika Kamra: Indian television and film actress.

Personality and Numerology of Kritika

In numerology, the name Kritika reduces to the number 4, which is most often linked to stability, discipline, reliability. A person carrying this vibration is generally grounded and methodical - the kind of person friends and family lean on because they show up, plan ahead, and finish what they start. The name Kritika also falls under the Mithuna rashi (moon sign), traditionally described as curious and communicative, with a quick wit and wide social circle. Its associated nakshatra is Mrigashira.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kritika mean in Sanskrit?
The Krittika star cluster, the Pleiades.
What is the origin of the name Kritika?
From Sanskrit 'krittika', the name of the Pleiades star cluster. In Hindu myth the six Krittikas were the nurses who raised the war god Kartikeya, whose name comes from them. The spelling Kritika is the everyday Hindi form of the name.
How do you pronounce Kritika?
Kritika is pronounced KRI-ti-kaa.
Is Kritika a boy or girl name?
Kritika is a girl name. It belongs to the Mithuna rashi.
What is the rashi of the name Kritika?
The rashi (moon sign) of the name Kritika is Mithuna. Its nakshatra is Mrigashira.
What is the numerology number of Kritika?
The numerology number for the name Kritika is 4. Numerology associates this number with specific personality traits and a distinct life path.

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  • KritaAccomplished; the golden Krita (Satya) age.
  • KripitaOne who is full of compassion and grace.
  • KusumlataA flowering creeper.
  • KuchikaA painter's brush; also a bud or a needle.
  • KrishnakaliA dark, night-blooming flower associated with Krishna.
  • KriaAction; deed; a sacred rite. A variant of Kriya.
  • KushaliSkilful, clever and adept.
  • KalpalataFrom the Sanskrit 'kalpa' + 'lata' (creeper) - the wish-fulfilling vine of paradise.

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