Arjuna

The first name Arjuna is male and comes from the Sanskrit word arjuna (अर्जुन), which stands for "white, clear, bright". Thus, the name can be interpreted as "the White" or "the Bright", with the freer translation "the Shining" also being possible.

What does the name Arjuna mean?

Arjuna is a male first name with roots in Indian mythology. It is derived from the Sanskrit word arjuna (अर्जुन), which means "white, clear, bright". In the 'Bhagavad Gita', a central section of the Indian epic 'Mahabharata', Arjuna appears as a hero who is taught by Krishna about the union with the highest reality. The name is especially common in India and also exists in the shortened form Arjun.

Where does the name Arjuna come from?

The name Arjuna has its roots in Sanskrit and means among other things "the Shining" or "the Bright".

How do you pronounce Arjuna?

The pronunciation of Arjuna is three syllables: "Ar-ju-na" [ˈaʁdʒuːna]. The open 'a' sound at the beginning conveys a certain warmth, while the rolled or guttural 'r' provides resonance. The voiced affricate in the middle gives the name energy before the open ending gently fades away. Arjuna has a powerful and sonorous presence – vibrant at its core and harmonious at its conclusion.

Popularity

In Germany, Arjuna is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2013 when it reached 1,615th place. In the last ten years, Arjuna has been given as a first name about 30 times, placing it 4,271st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,140th. Worldwide, Arjuna is variably popular in different countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Ari / Juni

Similar first names

Famous people

• Arjun Rampal (Indian actor/model)
• Arjuna Harjai (Indian composer)