Girl name
Kartina name meaning
“deed, work”
Kartina is a girl’s name commonly linked to the Javanese name element karti, meaning ‘deed’ or ‘work’. That element comes from Sanskrit kṛti, which carries the same meanings. In this proposed derivation, Kartina combines the element karti with the added ending -na to form the name.
What does Kartina mean?
Deed, work
In Indonesian: perbuatan, karya
The ending -na appears in names of varied origins, including Ratna, Agustina, and Diana. These final letters do not have one independent meaning that applies to every name. More girl names ending in -na →
Origin and cultural usage of Kartina
May be linked to the Javanese name element karti, from Sanskrit kṛti, ‘deed, work’, with the addition -na.
How to pronounce Kartina
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /kartina/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦂꦠꦶꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮁᮒᮤᮔ |
Is Kartina a girl’s name?
Yes, Kartina is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Kartina ranks #1,039 among girl names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Kartina
Famous people named Kartina
- Kartina · b. 1967
- Kartina D. Pulang · b. 1977
- Kartina Sukawati · b. 1974
FAQ about the name Kartina
What is the meaning of Kartina?
Kartina means deed, work. May be linked to the Javanese name element karti, from Sanskrit kṛti, ‘deed, work’, with the addition -na.
Is Kartina a girl’s name?
Yes, Kartina is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Kartina have?
Kartina has 3 syllables (Kar-ti-na) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Kartina?
Kartina ranks #1,039 among girl names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Kartina?
Notable people named Kartina include Kartina, Kartina D. Pulang, Kartina Sukawati.
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