Arjun

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“white, bright, clear” — Sanskrit

#5812024 rank
2014peak year
10,279babies named Arjun since 1880
▼ 15%5-year trend

Arjun popularity over 145 years

💎 Rare find · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024

peak 201418801920196020002024

What does Arjun mean?

From Sanskrit arjuna, 'white, bright, clear'. Borne by the peerless archer hero of the Mahabharata, it remains a traditional favorite across India.

OriginSanskrit
Syllables2
Genderboy
Styleclassic, mythic

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