Arjun
Arjun: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːɹ.d͡ʒʊn/ · /ˈəɾ.d͡ʒʊn/
Meaning and origin of Arjun
- A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hindi अर्जुन (arjun).
How popular is Arjun?
Since 1880, 12,176 boys in the U.S. have been named Arjun. Its highest rank for boys was #455 in 2014. In 2025 it ranked #490 for boys, with 615 babies given the name.
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Arjun FAQ
What does the name Arjun mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. Borrowed from Hindi अर्जुन (arjun).
What is the origin of the name Arjun?
Arjun is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Arjun?
Since 1880, 12,176 boys in the U.S. have been named Arjun. Its highest rank for boys was #455 in 2014. In 2025 it ranked #490 for boys, with 615 babies given the name.
Is Arjun a boy or girl name?
Arjun is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 12,176 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.