Arun
Arun: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɑːˈɹʊn/
Meaning and origin of Arun
- A male given name from Sanskrit chiefly used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit अरुण (aruṇa).
How popular is Arun?
Since 1880, 1,440 boys in the U.S. have been named Arun. Its highest rank for boys was #1869 in 1979. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Arun FAQ
What does the name Arun mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit chiefly used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit अरुण (aruṇa).
What is the origin of the name Arun?
Arun is listed as a name of Sanskrit chiefly used in India origin.
How popular is the name Arun?
Since 1880, 1,440 boys in the U.S. have been named Arun. Its highest rank for boys was #1869 in 1979. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Arun a boy or girl name?
Arun is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,440 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.