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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bright, white or silver-hued, shining
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- AR-juh-nuh
Arjuna is a Sanskrit name that means bright, white or silver-hued, shining, and it's pronounced AR-juh-nuh. You'll sometimes see it said to mean 'brave warrior,' but that's an association drawn from the epic hero's character, not the literal meaning of the word, which is 'bright/white/silver.'
Meaning & Origin of Arjuna
Meaning: Bright, white or silver-hued, shining.
Origin: Sanskrit.
A common claim: Arjuna means 'bright' or 'brave warrior' Actually: 'Brave' is an association drawn from the epic hero's character, not the literal meaning — the word itself means 'bright/white/silver.'
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Arjuna
AR-juh-nuh
Popularity of Arjuna
Arjuna is a rare name in the U.S. It peaked at #3849 in 1977 (count 9) and most recently ranked #7785 in 2023 (count 10), with only a handful of babies given the name in a year.
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FAQ
What does the name Arjuna mean?
Bright, white or silver-hued, shining. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Arjuna?
Arjuna is pronounced AR-juh-nuh.
Is Arjuna a popular name right now?
Arjuna peaked at #3849 in 1977 and is ranked #7785 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1971–2023.)
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