Browse Our Collection of Customizable Kannada Naming Ceremony Invitation Templates
To get started, choose your favorite template and easily edit everything to create your own digital invite in minutes. Then, download your design, print at home, or share it directly with your guests!
Kannada Naming Ceremony Invitation Maker (ನಾಮಕರಣ ಆಮಂತ್ರಣ ಪತ್ರಿಕೆ)
Your little one has arrived, and now it is time to give them a beautiful name. Share this happy news with family and friends through a lovely Naming Ceremony invitation in Kannada.
With Invitation Bazaar, you can create a Namakarana or Cradle Ceremony (Thottilu Shastra) invitation in just a few minutes. Pick a template, type your details in English, and our editor will convert it into clear and correct Kannada. No design skills needed. No software to install. Just open, edit and download.
Whether you want a traditional design with Lord Ganesha, kalasha and mango leaf thorana, or a cute modern card with cartoon babies and soft colours, you will find a template that suits your family.
What is a Naming Ceremony (Namakarana) in Karnataka?
In Karnataka, the naming ceremony is one of the first and most special functions in a baby's life. It is called Namakarana, and in many homes it is done together with the Thottilu Shastra, which is the cradle ceremony. That is why many families use the words "Naming Ceremony" and "Cradle Ceremony" to mean the same function.
Usually the ceremony happens on the 11th, 12th or 21st day after birth, or on a date given by the family priest. The baby is placed in a decorated cradle for the first time, elders whisper the name in the baby's ear, and the women of the family sing traditional cradle songs. Relatives come to bless the baby, and it becomes a happy family gathering.
Since elders, relatives and neighbours all need to be invited, a neat invitation in Kannada makes everyone feel respected and welcome.
Why Families Choose Invitation Bazaar for Kannada Invitations
Type in English, get perfect Kannada
Many of us can speak Kannada but find it hard to type in Kannada. With our transliteration tool, just type "namakarana" and it becomes "ನಾಮಕರಣ". Type your baby's name, parents' names, venue and date in English, and the editor converts it into proper Kannada script.
Traditional to modern templates
From classic designs with gods, temple bells and banana leaves, to modern pastel cards with baby elephants and balloons, we have designs for every taste.
Move anything, anywhere
Every text box, photo and sticker can be dragged and placed wherever you want on the card. You are in full control of the design.
Add your own photos
Upload multiple photos of your baby or family. Show them in rectangle, square or round shapes, or set a photo as the full background of the card.
QR code for location and RSVP
Enter any text or link and turn it into a QR code. Guests can scan it to open Google Maps directions to the venue, or to confirm if they are coming.
HD image and PDF download
Download your invitation as a high-quality image for WhatsApp, or as a PDF for printing
How to Create a Kannada Naming Ceremony Invitation in 5 Easy Steps
Step 1: Choose a template
Browse our Naming Ceremony and Cradle Ceremony templates. Select one that you like, traditional or modern.
Step 2: Enter your details
Click on any text and type in English. It will change into Kannada automatically. Add baby's name (if you want to reveal it), parents' names, date, time and venue.
Step 3: Add photos and stickers
Upload your baby's photo and choose a shape. Add god stickers like Ganesha or Venkateshwara, or cute emojis and cradle stickers.
Step 4: Add a QR code (optional)
Paste your Google Maps location link or RSVP link, and place the QR code anywhere on the card.
Step 5: Download and share
Download as an HD image to send on WhatsApp, or as a PDF to get it printed at your nearby print shop.
That's it. Your invitation is ready in less than couple of minutes.
Types of Kannada Naming Ceremony Invitation Templates
Traditional Namakarana Templates
Designs with Lord Ganesha, kalasha, diya, mango leaf thorana, rangoli and temple borders. Perfect for families who want a classic, auspicious look.
Thottilu Shastra (Cradle Ceremony) Templates
Beautiful designs with decorated wooden cradles, flowers and soft colours, made specially for the cradle function.
Modern and Minimal Templates
Clean layouts with pastel shades and simple fonts, great for families who like a stylish, simple card.
Cute Cartoon Templates
Baby elephants, teddy bears, moon and stars, clouds and balloons. Kids and young parents love these.
Photo Templates
Show off your baby's first photos with frames in round, square or rectangle shapes, or use the photo as the full background.
Baby Boy and Baby Girl Templates
Designs with blue, pink and neutral themes for both boys and girls.
Free vs Premium Templates
We follow a free and freemium model, so every family can create a beautiful invitation.
Free Templates - what you get:
Edit all text in Kannada or English, choose from 50+ font styles, change text colours, drag and move elements anywhere on the card, and download in HD image or PDF format with no watermark.
Premium Templates - everything in free, plus:
Add extra text boxes for more details, generate QR codes for location and RSVP, and use our full collection of god, fun and emoji stickers.
If you want a simple card quickly, the free templates are more than enough. If you want to add maps, extra family names and more decoration, go for premium.
Things to Include in Your Kannada Cradle Ceremony Invitation
Before you download, check that your card has all these details: a god's name or blessing line at the top (optional but common in traditional cards), baby's name or "name reveal" line, parents' names, grandparents' names if your family follows that custom, date and day of the function, muhurtha time, full venue address with landmark, lunch or snacks details if any, contact number, and a QR code for location or RSVP.
Naming Ceremony Invitations in Other Languages
Is your family from a different state, or do you have relatives who read another language better? We also have Naming Ceremony invitation templates in other Indian languages
- Marathi Naming Ceremony Invitations
- Hindi Naming Ceremony Invitations
- Telugu Naming Ceremony Invitations
- Tamil Naming Ceremony Invitations
- English Naming Ceremony Invitations
After the naming ceremony comes the first birthday, and we have you covered for that too. Explore our Kannada Birthday Invitations
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is it really free to make a Kannada naming ceremony invitation?
Yes. We have a set of free templates where you can edit the text, change fonts and colours, move elements, and download in HD or PDF. Premium templates are optional and give extra features like QR codes, extra text and stickers.
I don't know Kannada typing. Can I still make the card in Kannada?
Yes, this is the most loved feature. Just type in English like "thottilu shastra" and it will automatically become "ತೊಟ್ಟಿಲು ಶಾಸ್ತ್ರ". You don't need any Kannada keyboard.
Is Naming Ceremony and Cradle Ceremony the same thing?
In most Kannada families, both are done on the same day, so people use both words for the same function. You can use our templates for Namakarana, Thottilu Shastra, or both together.