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KartavyaHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Duty, obligation

Pronunciation: kar-TAHV-yah

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Name
Kartavya
Meaning
Duty, obligation
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
kar-TAHV-yah
Lucky Number
8
8
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Kartavya mean?

Kartavya is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Duty". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: kar-TAHV-yah. Lucky number: 8. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

कर्तव्य

Duty, Obligation, To be done

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

kar-TAHV-yah

IPA

/kARTavYa/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Kartavya is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Duty. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

8

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

GoldBrown

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

4

Numerology meaning: Stable, grounded, practical, and hardworking.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseLoyalCompassionateV=VirtuousK=KindT=ThoughtfulD=Determined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Embrace your duty towards the universe and strive to fulfill your moral obligations.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

'Kartavya' is a name that resonates with the ideals of duty and responsibility to society. In Hindu culture, every individual has certain duties towards their family, community, and God. The name 'Kartavya' acts as a constant reminder of these moral obligations, encouraging one to live a life dedicated to the welfare of others and to contribute positively to the world.
The spiritual significance of the name 'Kartavya' lies in its deep connection to the Hindu concept of Dharma, which refers to one's duty towards oneself, towards society, and towards the divine. By carrying the name 'Kartavya', one is reminded of the importance of living a life in accordance with these moral duties. It encourages the bearer to strive towards personal and spiritual growth, to fulfill their responsibilities towards others, and to seek the blessings of God. Ultimately, the name 'Kartavya' serves as a powerful reminder of the interconnectedness of all things and the essential role that each individual plays in the divine order of the universe.

Cultural Hindu name · Root: Sanskrit root 'kart'

Historical Usage

Historical References

Mahabharata, Anushasana Parva (The Book of Instructions) Chapter 119 (The Consecration of Yudhishthira)

Epic, circa 400 BCE

Historical records show that Manusmriti, Chapter 2, Section 6 (Duties of a Student) The name Kartavya carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Legal code, circa 200 CE

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

कर्तव्य

Duty, Obligation, To be done

🇮🇳Hindi

कर्तव्य

काम होना, करना होना, करना

🇮🇳Tamil

கர்தவ்யம்

காரியம்

🇮🇳Telugu

కర్తవ్య

దూర్యేణి, దూర్యేశ్వర, కృపాయ

🇮🇳Marathi

Kartavya

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Duty, obligation

🇧🇩Bengali

Kartavya

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Duty, obligation

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