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Arjun

Arjun is a boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning Bright, shining" - the hero of the Mahabharata.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginSanskrit
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#533

What does Arjun mean?

Bright, shining" - the hero of the Mahabharata

How popular is Arjun?

Arjun has been given to 9,617 babies in the United States since 1967, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 3,313 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Arjun per year in the United States, 1967–2020. Source: Social Security Administration
9,617 Babies named since 1967
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Arjun

What does the name Arjun mean?

Arjun means Bright, shining" - the hero of the Mahabharata. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Arjun a boy's or a girl's name?

Arjun is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Arjun?

Arjun has been given to 9,617 babies in the United States since 1967, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.