# What Does the Name Arjun Mean?

Arjun is a boy name of Sanskrit origin. It means “bright, shining”.

**Origin:** Sanskrit

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** ar-JOON

The name Arjun comes from Sanskrit roots, where it carries the meaning “bright, shining”. It is pronounced ar-JOON.

Is Arjun a boy or girl name? Arjun is traditionally used as a boy name.

## More Sanskrit names

- [**Dev**divine](/baby-name-dev-meaning/)
- [**Ishaan**the sun](/baby-name-ishaan-meaning/)
- [**Kabir**great](/baby-name-kabir-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Arjun?

Arjun means “bright, shining”. It is a name of Sanskrit origin.

### What origin is the name Arjun?

Arjun is of Sanskrit origin.

### Is Arjun a boy or girl name?

Arjun is traditionally a boy name.