US Popularity:16271
Origin:Sanskrit
Other Origin(s):Indian
Meaning:Clear, white, bright, silvery
Arjuna is a boy’s name of Indian and Sanskrit origin. This name translates to “white,” “clear,” “bright,” and “silvery,” and pertains to the color of day. Arjuna appears in the Hindu texts, most prominently as part of the epic poem Mahābhārata. In this tale, Arjuna is one of the five Padava brothers, each of whom was fathered by a different deity. Arjuna’s father was Indra, the god of lightning and king of deities, and his mother was Kunti, thought to be the reincarnation of goddess Siddhi. Arjuna was considered one of Earth’s greatest warriors, which is a promising inspiration for baby to grow up strong, brave, and ready for anything. This determined name is also known by its shortened version, Arjun.

How Popular Is The Name Arjuna?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Arjuna is currently #4826 on The Bump
Boy:Arjuna is currently #2722 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Arjuna is currently #16271 in U.S. births
Boy:Arjuna is currently #7755 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#7755
in 2023
- 906
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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