Krittika – கிருட்டிகா

Krittika is a feminine name traditionally associated with the bright Pleiades star cluster and the Hindu nakshatra Krittika. It carries connotations of light, fire, and spirited energy, and is sometimes linked to the Krittikas, the foster mothers of the god Kartikeya in certain myths. The name suggests warmth, care, and luminous strength and is commonly used in Tamil-speaking communities.