Arjuna

“bright, shining, white” — Represents virtue and righteousness

India origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7785US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

277All-time births

📅 Since 197100

How to pronounce Arjuna

AH·RJOO·NAH

/ˈɑ.ˈrdʒuː.ˈnɑ/ · stress on AH · 3 syllables

“bright, shining, white”

Represents virtue and righteousness · India origin

What does Arjuna mean and where does it come from?

Arjuna (अर्जुन) is a central character in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. He is one of the five Pandava brothers and is known for his skills as an archer. The name is derived from the Sanskrit root 'arj' which means 'to shine' or 'to be bright'. As a warrior, Arjuna represents virtue and righteousness.

Cultural significance

Arjuna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in India-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bright, shining, white.

Peak popularity

Reached #4080 in 1977 — currently #7785 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Arjuna?

Arjuna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Arjuna Grace

How popular is Arjuna right now?

Falling — down 928 spots — currently #7785 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#7785 · Top 5.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7785	10	▼ down 928 · -17% births
2022	#6857	12	▲ up 778 · +20% births
2021	#7635	10	▼ down 1549 · -29% births
2015	#6086	14	▲ up 3858 · +100% births
2010	#9944	7	▼ down 2677 · -30% births
2005	#7267	10	▲ up 24 · +43% births
1995	#7291	7	▼ down 2719 · -22% births
1985	#4572	9	▲ up 2259 · +80% births
1980	#6831	5	▼ down 2130 · -29% births
1975	#4701	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Arjuna

Best Year1985Rank #4572

Peak Count14

Average Rank#6897

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 202310 years

The story of Arjuna

Arjuna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 277 total births recorded, Arjuna remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4701 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7785 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Arjuna in 1977:

Michael Jason Christopher David James

Arjuna by decade

Arjuna peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	34
1980s	45
1990s	38
2000s	65
2010s ★	95

💎Arjuna has only 277 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Arjuna?

Common

ArjUna

What names sound and feel like Arjuna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Arjuna also consider these

Arjina

Arabic · A Arabic name

Arjona

Arabic · A Arabic name

Arjun

India · Bright, shining

Antuna

Latin · A Latin name

Acuna

Celtic · A Celtic name

Arbana

Arabic · A Arabic name

Artana

Arabic · A Arabic name

Aridna

Arabic · A Arabic name

How is Arjuna written in other languages?

अर्जुन

Sanskrit

Common questions about the name Arjuna

What does the name Arjuna mean?

Arjuna means "bright, shining, white" — a name rooted in India tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Arjuna?

Arjuna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Arjuna have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Arjuna?

Arjuna originates from India tradition. India names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Arjuna?

Arjuna is a three-syllable name pronounced AA1 R JH UW1 N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Arjuna?

Arjuna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar India heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.