Boy Name · Sanskrit Origin
Arjun
Arjun — a boy name from the Sanskrit tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Bright, shining, white", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Argenis is on your shortlist, Arjun belongs in the same conversation.
Arjun meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Bright, shining, white
Origin: Sanskrit naming roots help connect Arjun to related Sanskrit baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Arjun as A·R·J·U·N, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Arjun is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Arjun variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Arjuna, Arjune, Arjuny, Arju.
- Nicknames: Arj and A.
- Middle names: Pair Arjun with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Arjun middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Argenis, Arsenio, Arun, Arash, Arick — full picks on the sibling names for Arjun guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Arjun? Browse our names like Arjun guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Arjun
What does the name Arjun mean?
Arjun means "Bright, shining, white" and is of Sanskrit origin.
What is the origin of Arjun?
Arjun originates in Sanskrit naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Arjun?
Arjun has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Arjun a boy's or girl's name?
Arjun is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Arjun in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Arjun sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Arjun?
Names that share Arjun's sound and style include Argenis, Arsenio, Arun, Arash, Arick.
What middle names pair well with Arjun?
Good middle-name fits for Arjun pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Arjun is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Arjun is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Arjun?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Arjun share its rhythm without rhyming — Argenis, Arsenio, Arun all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.