Arun
a-run
US Popularity:11573
Origin:Indian
Meaning:Reddish brown; Color of dawn; Sun
Arun is a boy's name of Indian origin, relating to the girl’s name and the Hindu god Aruna. In Sanskrit, Arun means “reddish-brown” or "the color of dawn" and symbolizes the rich, red, and earthy colors that appear as the morning sun takes its place in the sky. There is something enlightening and life-affirming about witnessing the sunrise, so perhaps these origins are more connected than you think. Some also believe that Arun shares Cambodian and Hindi roots meaning “sun,” adding to this bright and beautiful name. Seeing baby Arun every morning will no doubt be a constant source of love, sunshine, and illumination in your life!
Arun Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Arun is currently #1462 on The Bump
Boy:Arun is currently #410 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Arun is currently #11573 in U.S. births
Boy:Arun is currently #4420 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#11573
in 2022
+ 3822
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Arun, April 2021
Behind the Name, Aruna, November 2020
Wisdom Library, Arun
WordSense Dictionary, अरुण
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 341
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