Varun
Varun: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Varun
- A male given name from Sanskrit commonly used in India.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit वरुण (váruṇa, “Varuna”).
How popular is Varun?
Since 1880, 2,598 boys in the U.S. have been named Varun. Its highest rank for boys was #1094 in 2004. In 2025, 15 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Varun FAQ
What does the name Varun mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit commonly used in India. Borrowed from Sanskrit वरुण (váruṇa, “Varuna”).
What is the origin of the name Varun?
Varun is listed as a name of Sanskrit commonly used in India origin.
How popular is the name Varun?
Since 1880, 2,598 boys in the U.S. have been named Varun. Its highest rank for boys was #1094 in 2004. In 2025, 15 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Varun a boy or girl name?
Varun is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,598 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.